Order Total (1 Item Items):
Shipping Destination:
Chethams Library (115 results)
Skip to main search results
Search filters
Product Type
- All Product Types
- Books (112)
- Magazines & Periodicals (3)
- Comics (No further results match this refinement)
- Sheet Music (No further results match this refinement)
- Art, Prints & Posters (No further results match this refinement)
- Photographs (No further results match this refinement)
- Maps (No further results match this refinement)
- Manuscripts & Paper Collectibles (No further results match this refinement)
Condition Learn more
Binding
Collectible Attributes
Language (3)
Free Shipping
Seller Location
Seller Rating
-
Chetham's Library
Seller: Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Chetham's Library is the oldest surviving public library in Britain. It was founded in 1653, under the will of Humphrey Chetham, a prosperous Manchester textile merchant, banker and landowner. His legacy also established a school for 40 poor boys (now a specialist music school) and provided for five chained libraries to be placed in local churches.The Library, in Manchester, England, is housed in a beautiful sandstone building dating from 1421, which was constructed to accommodate the priests of Manchester's Collegiate Church (now the Cathedral). It remains one of the most complete medieval building complexes to survive in the northwest of England. The building and the magnificent library interior create a unique atmosphere for both readers and visitors.The Inside series focuses on the mission and organisation of an institution - the context in which it operates and the people who make it work. It tells the story of how an institution has evolved through its people, history, architecture, purpose and practice.
-
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. An illustrated guide to Chetham's Library, the oldest surviving public library in Britain, and the medieval building complex in which it is housed. Chetham's Library is the oldest surviving public library in Britain. It was founded in 1653, under the will of Humphrey Chetham, a prosperous Manchester textile merchant, banker and landowner. His legacy also established a school for 40 poor boys (now a specialist music school) and provided for five chained libraries to be placed in local churches. The Library, in Manchester, England, is housed in a beautiful sandstone building dating from 1421, which was constructed to accommodate the priests of Manchester's Collegiate Church (now the Cathedral). It remains one of the most complete medieval building complexes to survive in the northwest of England. The building and the magnificent library interior create a unique atmosphere for both readers and visitors. SELLING POINTS: . Tells the story of Britain's oldest surviving public library . Fully and wonderfully illustrated . Tells the story of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels's association with the Library . A fascinating overview of a unique historical collection . Chetham's has one of the largest collections of material relating to Manchester and its region An illustrated guide to Chethams Library, the oldest surviving public library in Britain, and the medieval building complex in which it is housed. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.
-
Condition: New.
-
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
-
Paperback. Condition: New. Chetham's Library is the oldest surviving public library in Britain. It was founded in 1653, under the will of Humphrey Chetham, a prosperous Manchester textile merchant, banker and landowner. His legacy also established a school for 40 poor boys (now a specialist music school) and provided for five chained libraries to be placed in local churches.The Library, in Manchester, England, is housed in a beautiful sandstone building dating from 1421, which was constructed to accommodate the priests of Manchester's Collegiate Church (now the Cathedral). It remains one of the most complete medieval building complexes to survive in the northwest of England. The building and the magnificent library interior create a unique atmosphere for both readers and visitors.The Inside series focuses on the mission and organisation of an institution - the context in which it operates and the people who make it work. It tells the story of how an institution has evolved through its people, history, architecture, purpose and practice.
-
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.
-
Chetham's Library
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
US$ 12.24
US$ 4.45 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: 15 available
Add to basketPAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
-
The History and Architecture of Chetham's School and Library
Language: English
Published by Yale University Press, New Haven, 2004
Seller: Chris Duggan, Bookseller, St. Paul, MN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Cloth. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First printing.
-
Condition: New.
-
The History and Architecture of Chetham's School and Library
Language: English
Published by Yale University Press, 2004
ISBN 10: 0300102577 ISBN 13: 9780300102574
Condition: New. Brand new! New.
-
Condition: New.
-
US$ 11.03
US$ 13.54 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: 2 available
Add to basketPaperback. Condition: Brand New. 32 pages. 7.47x7.47x7.48 inches. In Stock.
-
US$ 11.92
US$ 13.54 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: 2 available
Add to basketPaperback. Condition: Brand New. 32 pages. 7.47x7.47x7.48 inches. In Stock.
-
Condition: New.
-
Chetham's Library (Inside)
Seller: Kennys Bookshop and Art Galleries Ltd., Galway, GY, Ireland
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition
Condition: New. 2025. 1st Edition. paperback. . . . . .
-
US$ 10.17
US$ 20.97 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: 19 available
Add to basketpaperback. Condition: New.
-
THE FIRST PRINTING IN JAMAICA.with a discussion of the date of the first establishment of a press on the Island by Robert Baldwin. With a facsimile of the earliest extant Jamaican imprint, the second edition of the Pindarique Ode, the only known copy of which is preserved in Chetham's Library, Manchester, England.
Published by Evanston, IL: Privately printed, 1942., 1942
Seller: Blue Mountain Books & Manuscripts, Ltd., Cadyville, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. - Tall quarto, 7 pp. & 4-page facsimile laid into printed tan wraps. The wraps are soiled & creased. There is light staining to the title. Good.
-
Chetham's Library
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
US$ 12.22
US$ 20.30 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketCondition: New.
-
Chetham's Hospital and Library
Published by The William Morris Press, 1956
Seller: World of Rare Books, Goring-by-Sea, SXW, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. 1956. No Edition Remarks. 47 pages. No dust jacket. Blue illustrated cloth boards with gilt lettering. Contains black and white illustrations. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking, inscriptions, inserts, light foxing, tanning and thumb marking. Boards have mild shelf wear with light rubbing and corner bumping. Some light marking and sunning. Gilt lettering is bright and clear.
-
Chetham's Library
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
US$ 14.65
US$ 20.30 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: Over 20 available
Add to basketCondition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.
-
The history and architecture of Chetham's School and Library / by Clare Hartwell
Language: English
Published by New Haven : Yale University Press, 2004
ISBN 10: 0300102577 ISBN 13: 9780300102574
First Edition
1st edition. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description; 149 pages : illustrations (come color) ; 27 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (pages 139-141) and index. Contents; Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- "A fair builded' College of Priests: church and college in medieval Manchester -- Domine Dilexi Decorum Domus Tuae: the wardens of the college and the collegiate church -- 'The Earl of Derbie's house in Manchester': the Reformation and after -- 'A masterpiece of bounty': the creation of Chetham's hospital and library -- Conclusion -- Appendices. Subjects; Chetham family. Chetham's School of Music. Chetham's Library. 3 Kg.
-
Condition: new.
-
Chetham's Hospital and Library, Manchester Reprinted from 'Country Life' August 25th and September 1st, 1934
Language: English
Published by Country Life Limited, London, 1934
Seller: Arroyo Seco Books, Pasadena, Member IOBA, Pasadena, CA, U.S.A.
Association Member: IOBA
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
First Edition
Blue Cloth. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Profusely Illustrated (illustrator). First Separate Edition. 36 Clean, Unmarked Pages. Blue Cloth, Gilt. Pon In Ink On Front Pastedown. Gilt Lettering On Front Cover Bright And Intact. Spine Faded.
-
Views Of Chetham's Hospital Library
Published by Falkner & Sons, Manchester, 1920
Seller: Alexander's Books, Royal Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition
US$ 16.73
US$ 13.54 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketSoft cover. Condition: Good+. No Jacket. 1st Edition. First edition. No date - circa 1920s. Quarto paperback. (card covers) 23 pp, illustrated (numerous black and white plates. Good+ condition (covers slightly rubbed and soiled, otherwise a nice copy for age).
-
The history and architecture of Chetham's School and Library / by Clare Hartwell
Language: English
Published by New Haven : Yale University Press, 2004
ISBN 10: 0300102577 ISBN 13: 9780300102574
First Edition
1st edition. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description; 149 pages : illustrations (come color) ; 27 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (pages 139-141) and index. Contents; Acknowledgments -- Introduction -- "A fair builded' College of Priests: church and college in medieval Manchester -- Domine Dilexi Decorum Domus Tuae: the wardens of the college and the collegiate church -- 'The Earl of Derbie's house in Manchester': the Reformation and after -- 'A masterpiece of bounty': the creation of Chetham's hospital and library -- Conclusion -- Appendices. Subjects; Chetham family. Chetham's School of Music. Chetham's Library. 1 Kg.
-
Important books from Chetham's Library, Manchester : including science, medicine, natural history, travel, topography, fine botanical books, and atlases [ Christie, Manson & Woods International Inc, auction catalogue, sale date: 26-27 November, 1980].
Published by Christie, Manson & Woods, London, auction catalogue for the sale held on 26th-27th November, 1980, 1980
Seller: Wykeham Books, LONDON, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
First Edition
US$ 11.15
US$ 20.30 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketLaminated illustrated wrappers, 4to, 25 cm, 147 pp, 99 ills (including 10 in colour). 415 lots. The sale included Merian & Xeiler's Topographia Germaniae and other topographical works, a set of the 21 volumes and index, the volumes described and offered as separate lots. Estimates printed at end. Wrappers somewhat browned, contents agetoned, lower foreedge corners bumped, otherwise Good.
-
Important books from Chetham's Library, Manchester : including science, medicine, natural history, travel, topography, fine botanical books, and atlases [ Christie, Manson & Woods International Inc, auction catalogue, sale date: 26-27 November, 1980].
Published by Christie, Manson & Woods, London, auction catalogue for the sale held on 26th-27th November, 1980, 1980
Seller: Wykeham Books, LONDON, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
First Edition
US$ 11.15
US$ 20.30 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketLaminated illustrated wrappers, 4to, 25 cm, 147 pp, 99 ills (including 10 in colour). 415 lots. The sale included Merian & Xeiler's Topographia Germaniae and other topographical works, a set of the 21 volumes and index, the volumes described and offered as separate lots. Estimates printed at end. Wrappers yellowed and a little creased, otherwise Good.
-
Important books from Chetham's Library, Manchester : including science, medicine, natural history, travel, topography, fine botanical books, and atlases [ Christie, Manson & Woods International Inc, auction catalogue, sale date: 26-27 November, 1980].
Published by Christie, Manson & Woods, London, auction catalogue for the sale held on 26th-27th November, 1980, 1980
Seller: Wykeham Books, LONDON, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
First Edition
US$ 12.55
US$ 20.30 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.Quantity: 1 available
Add to basketLaminated illustrated wrappers, 4to, 25 cm, 147 pp, 99 ills (including 10 in colour). 415 lots. The sale included Merian & Xeiler's Topographia Germaniae and other topographical works, a set of the 21 volumes and index, the volumes described and offered as separate lots. Estimates printed at end. List of prices realized loosely laid in. Notes on front wrapper, otherwise Good.
-
Chetham's Library, Manchester. An original article from the Local Historian, 1990.
Published by Local Historian, Sussex, 1990
Booklet - Unbound Pages. Condition: Very Good. 6 pages, illustrated. An authentic standalone article, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Supplied without title page or cover. Size: 18 x 26 cms. Category: Local Historian; Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.
-
Humfrey Chethaman & His Foundation : Humfrey Chethaman, English textile merchant, financier and philanthropist, responsible for the creation of Chetham's Hospital and Chetham's Library, the oldest public library in the English-speaking world. An original article from the Journal of The British Archaeological Association, 1851.
Published by Journal of The British Archaeological Association, 1851
Booklet - Unbound Pages. Condition: Very Good. 9 pages, 2 plates. An authentic standalone article, extracted from a larger volume. Not a reprint or reproduction, but an original work in its own right. Supplied without title page or cover. Size: 18 x 26 cms. Category: British Archaeological Association; Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.
