What is the name of the earliest printed book kept in the British Library?
the first and second editions of Geoffrey Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales, printed by William Caxton in 1476/1477 and 1483. The Recuyell of the Historyes of Troye, printed in Bruges or Ghent in 1473, the first book printed in English.
Can anyone go to the British Library?
We’re open for everyone. All our Reading Rooms and galleries have now reopened, and we’re restarting events in our Knowledge Centre Theatre. We’re so excited to see you. You can now use our public desks and Members’ Room, and visit our Treasures Gallery without needing to pre-book a ticket.
Is the British Library an archive?
You can access ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary manuscript and archive material from around the world. Our collections include historical, literary, political, scientific, and religious papers as well as maps, charters, seals, rolls, and papyri.
What does the British Library have a copy of?
The British Library is a major research library, with items in many languages and in many formats, both print and digital: books, manuscripts, journals, newspapers, magazines, sound and music recordings, videos, play-scripts, patents, databases, maps, stamps, prints, drawings.
Where was the original British library?
London
British Library
| Type | National library |
| Established | 1 July 1973 |
| Architect | Colin St John Wilson Mary Jane Long |
| Location | Euston Road London, NW1 |
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Can I access rare materials at UBC Library?
Please contact us in advance of your visit to confirm that materials are accessible. Rare Books and Special Collections (RBSC) at UBC Library, houses significant collections of rare books, archival materials, historic maps, photographs, artifacts, ephemera, and more. Search for them here.
Are there any printed catalogues of the British Library?
Printed catalogues of the British Library (to 1975), the British Museum (1813–19 and 1881–1900), the Grenville Library, the King’s Library, the Newspaper Library and the Manuscript collections A microfilm set of the Burney Collection of 17th and 18th century newspapers and a manuscript catalogue of this collection
What is the British Library known for?
…The British Library is home to countless experts whose passion makes navigating its enormous collections a pleasure.… Izzy’s PhD research placement was an exploration of the life of Karl Marx. This book by Philippa Marks celebrates over 100 of the most beautiful bookbindings of the last 1000 years.
What is the rare books and music reading room?
The Rare Books and Music Reading Room is on the 1st floor at St Pancras and has a wealth of information and resources to help you in your research.