When private libraries like the Cavagna Collection–containing over 40,000 books and manuscripts–are purchased, one of the first questions that arises is how these owners and collectors acquired their books. A Pavia native, Cavagna purchased his books primarily from booksellers around northern Italy. The evidence we’ve encountered so far suggests that he turned and returned to […]
Critical Announcement
The University Library is currently resuming services. We’ve had to think creatively, since we know some students and faculty will be on campus, while others may not opt for a residential experience. We’re doing everything that we can to sustain teaching and research, while also protecting the health and safety of the campus community.
Please see library.illinois.edu/covid-19 for a summary of our current efforts and our plans for this semester.