Dressy men as a type of celebrity have played a distinctive part in the cultural – and even in the political – life of Britain over several... Læs mere
This book tells the story of the growth of the 'forum universitatis' and relates it to the broader history of the University and the city. Accessible and... Læs mere
Offers the full text of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights following a foreword by human rights lawyer Amal Clooney and a general introduction which explores the Declaration's origins in the ‘Four Freedoms’ described by U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
52 documents and objects from the University Archives are showcased here, telling a wide range of intriguing stories about the University. Arranged... Læs mere
Establishing Parliament as the ultimate source of power in the land and enshrining basic civil rights, this document can justly claim to serve as the... Læs mere
Oscar Wilde’s children’s stories explore timeless themes of good and evil, freedom and responsibility, love and death, beauty and self-sacrifice. This beautiful collectors’... Læs mere
Cats have provided the inspiration for an incredible range of fiction, memoir and poetry, from ancient myths and fables to much-loved children’s books, and from classic tales to... Læs mere
This high-quality journal reproduces the title pages of a selection of plays, together with the famous frontispiece featuring Shakespeare’s portrait. Produced in... Læs mere