Notes on the Cathedral Libraries of England (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Beriah Botfield

9780265508633: Notes on the Cathedral Libraries of England (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0265508630 ISBN 13: 9780265508633

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover how England’s great cathedrals guard their literary treasures.

This richly detailed survey reveals the shelving, manuscripts, and early printed volumes housed in the cathedral libraries, with a focus on their historical value and ongoing care.

This edition gathers observations from Lincoln, Lichfield, and York, among others, highlighting the scope of each library—from medieval manuscripts to early modern prints. It describes how these houses of learning preserve their relics, with notes on catalogues, access, and the care given to fragile volumes. The narrative treats each collection as a living archive, shaped by restoration, scholarship, and the hands of custodians over centuries.

Descriptions of notable manuscripts and early printed books, including high-value biblical and liturgical works
Insights into how catalogues and inventories were created and updated over time
Details about the physical spaces, preservation practices, and display of tomes
Profiles of key libraries in Lincoln, Lichfield, York, and other cathedral centers

Ideal for readers of artful antiquarian libraries, church history, and England’s architectural and scholarly heritage.

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