[KS] New Book

[James B. Lewis]

*NEW BOOK*

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*/Korean Treasures: Rare Books, Manuscripts and Artefacts in the 
Bodleian Libraries and Museums of Oxford University/*

by Minh Chung (Head of the Bodleian Chinese Studies Library and Korean 
Collections of the University of Oxford)

Manuscripts, rare books, and artefacts related to Korea have been 
acquired by donations throughout the long history of the Bodleian 
Libraries and the museums of the University of Oxford. This publication 
uncovers these treasures and presents them together in a single volume 
for the first time. Notable items include the court painting scroll of 
the funeral procession of King Yo(ngjo (1694-1776); a presentation 
edition of a book given by King Yo(ngjo to his son-in-law; a group of 
documents issued by Emperor Kojong (1852-1919) between 1885-1886 to 
confer various titles to his civil and military officials; a sundial 
made by the famous maker Kang Yun (1830-1898) for Emperor Kojong; a 
ceramic dish made and signed by Princess Yi Pangja (1901-1989) as well 
as a rare example of a suit of armour, an ornate helmet of the early 
sixteenth century, a general's quiver and arrows and many more. In 
addition, this book also gives a general overview of the extent of the 
Korean book collections in Oxford and locations where some of these 
treasures can be seen.

"This beautifully illustrated book will be welcomed around the world by 
scholars and readers with an interest in traditional Korea, and may come 
as a surprise to many who had not suspected the range of its treasures 
preserved in Oxford ... Its timely publication will provide 
encouragement to those who believe that Korean culture does not receive 
the consideration it deserves in the modern West."
Keith Pratt, Emeritus Professor, University of Durham

"Genuine treasures abound in this volume, especially among the 
historical documents (painted funeral scroll, royal appointment 
certificates, Western religious books), and many rare and unique 
materials are brought to wider attention for the first time. Superb 
reproductions are beautifully laid out, with accurate and instructive 
commentary emphasizing the most valuable items."
Robert C. Provine,Past President, Association for Korean Studies in 
Europe, Professor, University of Maryland

UK £35 or US $60

www.bodleianbookshop.co.uk

-- 
Dr. James B. Lewis
University Lecturer in Korean History
Oriental Institute
University of Oxford
Pusey Lane
Oxford,  OX1 2LE
United Kingdom
Email: jay.lewis at orinst.ox.ac.uk
Tel: +44-(0)1865-278200
http://www.orinst.ox.ac.uk/ea/korean/index.html

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