March 18
Library Sacro Monte Madonna Delle Grazie
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Today, we toured the library in Varallo. At the present time they have an exhibition of antique and rare books. |
| The Library Courtyard | |
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A restored carriage |
| Our guides | |
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Eric is trying to read the entire three volume Divine Comedy on one poster |
| Rare antique books from the 14th and 15th Century | |
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In this book, the word ENCYCLOPEDIA was used for the first time in the year 1498 |
| A large three volume edition of Dante's Divine Comedy | |
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.... with wonderful illustrations |
| Still unrestored -- A Bible | |
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... with the typical leather binding |