The University of Louvain and Its Library (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Theodore Wesley Koch

9781332772100: The University of Louvain and Its Library (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 1332772102 ISBN 13 : 9781332772100

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A profiled look at a world-class library’s loss, hope, and revival
This book traces the fate of the University of Louvain’s celebrated library, from its storied collections and rare manuscripts to the devastating fire and the long work of reconstruction. It blends dramatic events with the steady, practical efforts of librarians, donors, and institutions that helped rebuild a center of learning after wartime destruction.

Two chapters highlight the library’s treasured holdings—incunabula, Jesuitica, and unique manuscript collections—and describe how archives were preserved, scattered, and later recovered. The narrative also covers the international relief network that formed to restore the university and its resources, including the role of libraries like the John Rylands Library in Manchester and their postwar support.

- Learn how a vast collection of rare works was assembled, saved, and catalogued after a city-wide catastrophe
- See the kinds of items that made the library famous, from old pamphlets to illuminated manuscripts
- Understand the challenges of reconstruction, fundraising, and reestablishing a scholarly archive
- Read firsthand accounts of the people who safeguarded documents and helped rebuild a campus

Ideal for readers interested in library history, academic heritage, and the cultural impact of war on knowledge.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1332772102
ISBN 13: 9781332772100
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Nombre de pages: 51
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The University of Louvain and Its Library (Classic Reprint)

Theodore Wesley Koch

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ISBN 10 : 1332772102 ISBN 13 : 9781332772100

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of Louvain University and the tragic destruction of its renowned library during World War I. Founded in 1425, the university became a center of humanistic scholarship, producing influential thinkers such as Erasmus and Vesalius. The library, a treasure trove of medieval and Renaissance texts, was meticulously curated over centuries. The book chronicles the university's rise and the library's rich collection, vividly describing the devastating fire that consumed it in 1914. The author explores the motivations behind the destruction and the immense loss it represents to the world of knowledge. Amidst the tragedy, the book also highlights the resilience of the university and the efforts to rebuild its library. This account not only commemorates the loss of a great institution but also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving cultural heritage. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781332772100_0

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