Publisher's Synopsis
The Vatican Library And Its Secret Archives by Paul Maria Baumgarten is a comprehensive exploration of one of the world's most famous and mysterious institutions. The book delves into the history of the Vatican Library, which is home to an unparalleled collection of manuscripts, books, and artifacts dating back to the earliest days of Christianity. The author also takes readers behind the scenes of the Library's Secret Archives, which have long been shrouded in secrecy and myth. Baumgarten provides a fascinating look at the inner workings of the Vatican Library, including its acquisition policies, cataloging practices, and conservation efforts. He also examines the role of the Library in shaping the history of the Catholic Church and its influence on the wider world. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and reproductions of rare documents, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Church, the Vatican, and the world of rare books and manuscripts.THIS 74 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Vatican: Its History Its Treasures, by Paul Maria Baumgarten. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766139417.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
