Alma College's Oldest Book Discovered in Special Collections Library
December 08, 2020
December 08, 2020
ALMA, Michigan, Dec. 8 (TNSRes) -- Alma College issued the following news on Dec. 7:
The rag paper, the Latin language and font, and the holes made by real bookworms are among the many features that distinguish "Persii familiare commentum" from other books in Alma College's special collections library.
Another unique characteristic: the book was published in 1499, making it the oldest in Alma's library. "Persii" takes over the title of olde . . .
The rag paper, the Latin language and font, and the holes made by real bookworms are among the many features that distinguish "Persii familiare commentum" from other books in Alma College's special collections library.
Another unique characteristic: the book was published in 1499, making it the oldest in Alma's library. "Persii" takes over the title of olde . . .