Some Old Parchment

Took a trip to The British Library today which was a spectacular reminder of all the things I learned during my English degree.  The layout of the library is absolutely breathtaking.



Plus there are so many old treasures to explore!


The Gutenberg Bible (The first book printed in Europe using movable type).


Leonardo da Vinci's Notebook


Mozart's Music Diary


Beowulf: The only copy of this text which survives thanks to the Cotton Library.

Some of the other highlights included written songs by The Beatles, the Magna Carta, and letters from the Royals including Henry VIII, and Elizabeth I.

Unfortunately, you cannot take pictures of these items so I will just have to visit them again and again.  Good thing admission is free!