A collection of shortcuts for conducting searches on a selection of topics, including airline information, area codes, dictionaries, encyclopedias, exchange rates, gas prices, maps, package tracking, sports scores, and much more. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Discussion of a restoration project for 'an ancient Coptic manuscript dating from the third or fourth century, containing the only known surviving copy of the Gospel of Judas, [which] has been restored and authenticated after being lost for nearly 1,700 years.' (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Compilation of dozens of articles discussing trends and titles in religion book publishing and book selling in the U.S. Includes newly released titles organized by publisher, and articles about specific topics. Many articles are about Christian publishers and books, but includes other religions and cults.
'This library describes itself as 'the world's largest private holding of important original manuscripts and documents. The archives include Literature, Science, Religion, History and Art.'. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
Explores two topics. The 'Invention' section explores Johann Gutenberg's creation of the first book printed with movable type, and 'Books Before and After Gutenberg' considers the development of written materials from clay tablets to facts about modern printing. Has images, lesson plans, and a glossary.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
This online exhibition documents the history of the Jewish book trade from the 15th through the 20th centuries using examples from the University of Pennsylvania's library collections. Includes a bibliography and a link to a related exhibit about the Jewish book.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
The New York Public Library's free, online, searchable database of 275,000 photographs and manuscripts documenting culture studies and social history internationally from the ancient world to the present.. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
An 'educational and practical resource for the letterpress printer, the bibliophile, the enthusiast, and the curious.' Information on 180 hand-operated printing presses, a directory of letterpress services, a glossary and classified ads. Initial capital letters available for download. (Copyright 2006 by Librarians' Internet Index)
