There is a mystique surrounding libraries with old, rare books, and the
Library of Congress is no exception. Just think of all the dark and vast
vaults of the Rare Book and Special Collections Division
that are closed to the public and imagine what undiscovered treasures
they hold. Now, thanks to the digital age, the stacks are open and
searchable—everyone can access these untold treasures through our newly released web portal.
The Rare Book and Special Collections Division traces its beginnings to
Thomas Jefferson, who sold his book collection to Congress in 1815.
Today, the division’s holdings amount to nearly 800,000 books,
encompassing nearly all eras and subjects maintained in well over 100
separate collections. Read About this Collection and the Articles and Essays for a fuller description of these rich collections. ... [mehr] http://blogs.loc.gov/loc/2017/10/new-online-a-digital-treasure-trove-of-rare-books/
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