The Library of Trinity College Dublin

by Harry Cory Wright

The Library at Trinity College Dublin dates back to the establishment of the college by Queen Elizabeth I in 1592. The library is the largest in Ireland, containing more than 6.2 million volumes and an extensive collection of early manuscripts, including the internationally famous Book of Kells, which attracts around 1 million visitors annually from around the world. A visit to the Book of Kells includes a visit to the Long Room, the main chamber of the Old Library, and one of the most beautiful and impressive libraries and architectural spaces in the world. In this, the first of a new series called Pocket Photo Books, photographer Harry Cory Wright explores the richness of the architecture and collections of the Long Room, resulting in a book that brings the reader close to the sense of being there. With a brief introduction by Trinitys Librarian and College Archivist, Helen Shenton, about her own experience of the Long Room, this beautifully designed book of exquisite photographs will appeal to all visitors to Trinity College Dublin, and to anyone keen to explore in detail one of the most awe-inspiring libraries and architectural spaces in the world

Genres: Nonfiction

175 pages, Paperback

First published June 14, 2018

Reviews

[Līga Sproģe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Paldies tai dvēselei, kas šo atstāja Ķīpsalā uz maiņas galda. Tīrs vizuālais baudījums un piedevā vēl arī dažas idejas rakstīšanai.

[Hunter Radecki · Rating 5 out of 5]

While in Dublin, we weren’t able to make it inside the library, and shortly afterward, my girlfriend surprised me with this book for Christmas. What a thoughtful, pleasant surprise!

If you appreciate antiquarian books or libraries, you’ll appreciate this book.

[Dominike · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was worth every penny. It brought me right back to my time in the Library.