Books Tell You Why. All About Collecting Rare Books

The History of the Book, Part One

By Kristin Masters. Jan 14, 2013. 2:53 AM.

Topics: Rare Books, Book Collecting, History

The history of the book begins with the development of writing and continues to develop with each passing day. This week we'll explore the book's ancient beginnings and trace it through the Medieval period.

The Dalai Lama: Leader, Peacemaker, and Author

By Kristin Masters. Mar 27, 2012. 3:14 AM.

Topics: Rare Books, Book Collecting, History

In March 1959, the people of Tibet were in revolt, rallying for independence from China. But the Chinese government squashed the revolt. The Dalai Lama fled his country and sought refuge in India, where he has resided ever since. Jump forward about fifty years, to March 2011: the Dalai Lama officially announced his retirement as the head of the Tibetan government.

Craft Shop Family Buys Up Ancient Bibles for Museum

By Joachim Koch. Jun 12, 2010. 4:36 AM.

Topics: Rare Books, Book Collecting, History, Book News

At least one example of the printed word is in great demand even in the digital age: ancient Bibles.

Cambridge University Library to publish rare books on internet

By Joachim Koch. Jun 5, 2010. 12:36 AM.

Topics: Rare Books, History

Thousands of rare books and manuscripts at Camrbidge University Library including handwritten notes by Sir Isaac Newton are to be made available on line thanks to a £1.5m donation.

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The History of the Book, Part One

The Dalai Lama: Leader, Peacemaker, and Author

Craft Shop Family Buys Up Ancient Bibles for Museum

Cambridge University Library to publish rare books on internet

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