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The University Library of Leuven: Historical Walking Guide(Varia Lovaniensia)

The University Library of Leuven: Historical Walking Guide(Varia Lovaniensia)


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Updated pocket guide with history, architecture, biographical notes and a walking tour in and around the library. The University Library at the Mgr. Ladeuzeplein in Leuven is not only a beautiful building and a modern scientific library consulted by more than 100,000 readers a year, but also an important historical monument. Its foundations are rooted in that tragic episode in the 20th century, the First World War. In the mass destruction of Leuven in 1914 the library of the University was burned and completely destroyed. Thanks to generous American donations the new library building on the Mgr. Ladeuzeplein was established in 1921. For anyone who wants to learn more about the history of this remarkable building, or who wants to walk in and around the library, this guide is an absolute must! Ook verkrijgbaar in het Nederlands (ISBN 9789058679208)

Table of Contents:
PREFACE PART I. FROM AUGUST 1914 TO MAY 1968 The sacking of Louvain Leuven burns International indignation International aid The new University Library: A gift from the American people The fire of May 1940 The reconstruction The schism after 1968 PART II. THE OLD UNIVERSITY LIBRARY 1636-1914 51 PART III. Guided Tour Style Facade Blijde-Inkomststraat side Rear Bell tower Ground floor Grand staircase and first floor Hall Main Reading Room Grand staircase and second floor Hall CONCISE BIBLIOGRAPHY APPENDIX: LIST OF COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUES, COMMEMORATIVE STONES AND INSCRIPTIONS ON THE WALLS AND PILASTERS OF THE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

About the Author :
Jan Van Impe studied Archaeology at the University of Leuven. He has worked as an archaeologist and journalist, and since 1996 has worked for the University of Leuven as an information specialist.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9789058679253
  • Publisher: Leuven University Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Leuven University Press
  • Height: 180 mm
  • No of Pages: 132
  • Returnable: Y
  • Sub Title: Historical Walking Guide
  • Width: 119 mm
  • ISBN-10: 905867925X
  • Publisher Date: 15 Oct 2012
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • No of Pages: 132
  • Series Title: Varia Lovaniensia
  • Weight: 454 gr


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