Rare Books and Manuscripts

Rare Books and Manuscripts are unique or limited-edition historical documents and books that hold significant cultural, artistic, or scholarly value. Rare books include first editions or those with special bindings, while manuscripts are handwritten documents created before the printing press or before widespread publication. They provide insight into history, thought, and creativity of the past and often require careful preservation due to their age and fragility. Collectors, researchers, and institutions value them for their rarity and significance, making them vital to understanding cultural heritage.