A Library Of Universal Literature
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Hernando Colon's New World of Books
Author | : Jose Maria Perez Fernandez |
Publisher | : Yale University Press |
Total Pages | : 344 |
Release | : 2021-01-26 |
Genre | : Literary Criticism |
ISBN | : 0300256205 |
The untold story of the greatest library of the Renaissance and its creator Hernando Colón This engaging book offers the first comprehensive account of the extraordinary projects of Hernando Colón, son of Christopher Columbus, which culminated in the creation of the greatest library of the Renaissance, with ambitions to be universal––that is, to bring together copies of every book, on every subject and in every language. Pérez Fernández and Wilson-Lee situate Hernando’s projects within the rapidly changing landscape of early modern knowledge, providing a concise history of the collection of information and the origins of public libraries, examining the challenges he faced and the solutions he devised. The two authors combine “meticulous research with deep and original thought,” shedding light on the history of libraries and the organization of knowledge. The result is an essential reference text for scholars of the early modern period, and for anyone interested in the expansion and dissemination of information and knowledge.
A Universal History of the Destruction of Books
Author | : Fernando Báez |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 392 |
Release | : 2008 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : |
Examines the many reasons and motivations for the destruction of books throughout history, citing specific acts from the smashing of ancient Sumerian tablets to the looting of libraries in post-war Iraq.
The Ridpath Library of Universal Literature
Author | : John Clark Ridpath |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 544 |
Release | : 1899 |
Genre | : Literature |
ISBN | : |
Nour's Secret Library
Author | : Wafa' Tarnowska |
Publisher | : Barefoot Books |
Total Pages | : 36 |
Release | : 2022-03-29 |
Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | : 1646863496 |
Forced to take shelter when their Syrian city is plagued with bombings, young Nour and her cousin begin to bravely build a secret underground library. Based on the author’s own life experience and inspired by a true story, Nour’s Secret Library is about the power of books to heal, transport and create safe spaces during difficult times. Illustrations by Romanian artist Vali Mintzi superimpose the colorful world the children construct over black-and-white charcoal depictions of the battered city.
The Ridpath Library of Universal Literature
Author | : John Clark Ridpath |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 526 |
Release | : 1899 |
Genre | : Anthologies |
ISBN | : |