Articles about 'Cambridge University Library'

A free exhibition unravelling the history and legacy of the satirical puppet show has opened at Cambridge University Library

Displaced journalist and scholar Elmaz Asan arrived in Cambridge from Ukraine in October 2022. She sees her research as a chance to fight back against the Russian invasion of her homeland, “to make a difference, no matter how small”.

900-year-old paper fragment verified as the handwriting of legendary philosopher Maimonides.

Cambridge University Library is now home to a collection of papers giving an intimate account of the Royal Family in open conflict during its infamous investigation into the Princess of Wales.

A new exhibition at Cambridge University Library celebrates the life, work and legacy of the award-winning author and illustrator.

Read the second part of our series marking Women's History Month, as we shine a light on even more of the inspiring women living and working here at Cambridge.

An investigation into the local histories of saffron in Cambridgeshire.

Darwin’s tiny, priceless Tree of Life sketch is arguably the most iconic drawing in the history of science. In this first podcast from one of the world’s great libraries, you’ll find out about the notebooks’ great importance, the endlessly curious life and letters of Charles Darwin, and the end of a nearly 50-year mega project to transcribe and publish 15,000 letters to and from Darwin – making them freely available to us all.

From peonies to pineapples: explore the Darwin family garden in the UL's latest acquisition.