Print and Manuscript Collections
The print collections of the Rare Books and Special Collections department at the Fisher Library are many and varied, reflecting the wide diversity of research conducted at the University of Toronto by its own faculty and students, visiting scholars, and the general public. Chronologically, they range from books from the earliest days of the printing press to modern artists' books.
The following is a listing of many of the collections here at the library.
Displaying 1 - 4 of 4Collection of books from the personal library of poet and novelist Earle Birney (1904–1995) including copies of his own works and anthologies, and periodicals in which his poems and articles appear. The collection also includes presentation copies of modern Canadian, British, American, and Australian authors. Consists of books, broadsides, pamphlets, periodicals, and printed ephemera.
Collection of works by and about American writer, illustrator, playwright, and costume designer Edward Gorey (1925–2000). Consists of books, pamphlets, and printed ephemera.
Collection of works by and about Albert Einstein (1879–1955) and his theories. Consists of books and pamphlets.
Collection of works by prominent English authors active during 1880–1930, excluding authors in De Lury and Duncan Collections. The collection includes first editions and critical works. Consists of books.