Our new exhibition, Indigenist Fictions, opens today!
It explores how 'avant-garde groups in the Americas portrayed Indigenous cultures through a wide range of printed materials... Each piece offers a distinct interpretation of what "the Indigenous" meant in a modernising context'
Don't miss it!
Need to access one of the books shelved there?
Please ask for it at our Enquiry Desk, and our staff will try our best to retrieve it for you! Please do note however that this may not be possible for all items.
a topical #TopTipThursTAY for this rainy day: what to do with a wet book!
While we hope everyone is careful with Bodleian library books, sometimes unexpected circumstances arise. If a book gets wet, there are a few simple steps you can take to reduce the damage!
1. Remove the book from the source of the moisture. Whether it's a leaky water bottle or roof, get the book somewhere dry!
2. Dry the book cover using a cloth or paper towel.
3. Fan the pages as shown, and let it dry. This stops pages from sticking together, and allows them to dry quicker.
Curated by Mariana Rodriguez Barreno, this exhibition will be in the Voltaire Room until the 26th of June. Be sure to stop by and learn about these fascinating items from our collections!
While a book will not be the same after getting wet, taking these steps will reduce the likelihood of mould growth and additional damage.
And if you return books which have gotten wet, please hand them directly to staff rather than putting them through the book drop! The books will thank you 📖