Tricky Books: April Fools' Day in Special Collections (Deep Dives into Special Collections)

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Tricky Books: April Fools' Day in Special Collections (Deep Dives into Special Collections)
Presented by Chelsea Jacks

Thursday, March 31, 2022 at 1 p.m. (EDT)

Expect the unexpected as we celebrate April Fools' Day with some of the wonders and mysteries held in Special Collections at the University of Miami Libraries. Explore paintings that hide on the edge of gilded pages, illustrations that expand like tunnels and pop from works, wedding cakes that pretend to be books, and books that proudly claim to be jewelry.

Join Chelsea Jacks on a deep dive into the holdings of Special Collections as she showcases all types of tricky books in the archives.

About this Series

These online events offer an informative, enticing, and educational look into a selection of images that are representative of materials in Special Collections. Learn more about what we collect, how and why we do it, and get a glimpse into the fascinating world of rare books, manuscripts, and archives at the University of Miami Libraries.

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