Walter Mapes (17 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Collectible-Very Good. xlix, 371 pages; bound in publisher's black cloth with gilt lettering and design on the spine and a design embossed on the covers. Former owner's bookplate on the front pastedown "Ben & Mary Glen Chitty", also the stamp of "Braithet Llewelyn Fewster". Mapes was a favorite under King Henry II of England and archdeacon of Oxford who wrote poetry in Latin. He seems to have died in 1210. He is well known to the lovers of Middle Age romance as the composer of an important portion of the cycle of King Arthur of his knights." Some cracking along the inside of the front cover, else a very good clean copy. …

Blind-stamped brown cloth. Condition: Good-VG for age. No Jacket. 1st Thus. xlix+371; 1956-dated sig. to front pastedown, this also has a rectangularwater-stain like mark in the centre but no sign of water damage on facing endpaper or elsewhere, a small unaffected rectangle in the centre of this suggests a label may have been present but no sign of adhesion so it is all rather mystery, a few paper splits to front gutter which have not affected tightness of binding, inner sides of endpapers slightly tanned, otherwise all generally clean, tight and unmarked internally. The covers are generally very clean for age, main flaw is spine ends chipped to textblock level, also a number of minor edge-knocks of little consequence and a few cloth blisters to back. Good gilt spine lettering and large central blind-stamped design to each cover. A very acceptable copy despite faults. Wright's introduction fully discusses some authorship attribution problems and the evidence of Mapes's life - most of which was in 12th century, his death being towards 1210. Much of his verse is satirical and he intensely disliked the Cistercians. Size: 18 Cms x 22.5 Cms.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.…

1st edition. Good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat bumped and rubbed as with age. Some foxing to spine cover. Scattered foxing internally. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Physical description; 371 pages. Notes; Includes bibliographical references. Contents; Introduction -- Appendix of pieces referred to in introduction [sources] -- Class I: Poems bearing the name of Golias [in Latin] -- Class II: Other poems attributed to Walter Mapes [in Latin] -- Class III: Poems of a similar character, but not directly attributed to Walter Mapes [Latin] -- Appendix of Translations and Imitations [in English, French, Spanish, Anglo-Norman, Latin, Scottish]. Subjects; Wright, Thomas 1810-1877. Poetry, Medieval. Poets, Latin England. Latin literature, Medieval and modern. Verse satire, Latin. Latin poetry 12th century ; Texts. Latin poetry 13th century ; Texts. Goliards. Poetry. ; Texts. Poetry, Medieval. Poets, Latin England. 1 Kg. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a collection of poems attributed to Walter Mapes, a renowned satirical poet from the 12th century. Composed in medieval Latin, the poems provide a rich tapestry of social commentary from one of the most turbulent eras of Western civilization. Moving between genres, these poems explore a vast range of themes including love, lust, power, and the human condition. Reflecting the chaos of the times, they also expose the hypocrisy of the Church, a powerful institution in medieval society, and give voice to the frustrations and joys of ordinary people. The author's vivid verses capture the essence of medieval life, blending humor with harsh critique. Offering a unique vantage point, this book is of great value to scholars of medieval literature and anyone interested in this fascinating era of history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnThis scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have.

1st edition. Good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat bumped and rubbed as with age. Some foxing to spine cover. Scattered foxing internally. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Physical description; 371 pages. Notes; Includes bibliographical references. Contents; Introduction -- Appendix of pieces referred to in introduction [sources] -- Class I: Poems bearing the name of Golias [in Latin] -- Class II: Other poems attributed to Walter Mapes [in Latin] -- Class III: Poems of a similar character, but not directly attributed to Walter Mapes [Latin] -- Appendix of Translations and Imitations [in English, French, Spanish, Anglo-Norman, Latin, Scottish]. Subjects; Wright, Thomas 1810-1877. Poetry, Medieval. Poets, Latin England. Latin literature, Medieval and modern. Verse satire, Latin. Latin poetry 12th century ; Texts. Latin poetry 13th century ; Texts. Goliards. Poetry. ; Texts. Poetry, Medieval. Poets, Latin England. 1 Kg. …

Printed for The Camden Society by John Bowyer Nichols and Son. 1841. First edition. Green hardback, decorated in gilt to spine. Large 8vo. xlix, [iii], 371 pages. Large amount of neat academic marginalia in Latin, Greek and German. Small portion of front free endpaper attached to title page along top part of front hinge. Pages browned. Generally a very clean and sound copy of this collection that is now regarded as an anthology of Medieval British Latin verse rather than the work of Mape/Map.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. VG+ original blue cloth, paper spine label, spine ends slightly worn, front hinge a little strained, else internally Fine throughout. A very attractive copy.

Hildesheim 1968. Ocl. xlix,371 pp. (repr.ed.1841).

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1918. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 336, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 336 336.…