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Milton in the Old Library
Our exhibition, which ran throughout 2008, was based on the College's extraordinary collection of Milton materials, including many first editions, the manuscript record of his admission into College in 1625, illustrated editions of his works from the 17th to the 20th century, and the original copper plates used to print the frontispiece portraits of Milton in the original editions. Curated by Christ's College doctoral student Sarah Howe, the exhibition included entertaining and informative panels plus explanatory text with each item, giving a rounded view of Milton 's life and work, and of his enduring influence. For the online version of the exhibition, follow the link from the main library page, or click here.
Milton 400
Library exhibition now online
The 2008 Old Library Milton exhibition is now available to view online.
Lady Margaret Lectures available online
Listen to the podcasts of Professor Quentin Skinner on ‘ Milton as a theorist of liberty’ and Dr. Colin Burrow on ‘ Milton’s Singularity’
Milton resource for students
Christ’s offers, in darkness visible, an exciting resource for school and university students working on Milton's writings.
Old Library News
Open Cambridge
The Bodley Library and current exhibition 'Christ's at War: the College and its members during the First World War' will be open to the public on Friday 9 and Saturday 10 September as part of Open Cambridge. Find out more on our blog.
Friends of the Old Library
Become a Friend and help the College protect its important collections of rare books and manuscripts for future generations. Contact the Alumni Officer for more details.