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Gutenberg's Second Invention: The 1460 Mainz Catholicon

Event Type
Lecture
Sponsor
The Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Location
Main Library Room 346 — 1408 W. Gregory Dr, Urbana, IL 61801
Date
Oct 23, 2025   3:00 - 5:00 pm  
Speaker
Paul S. Needham
Contact
Carrie Lingscheit
E-Mail
carriel@illinois.edu
Originating Calendar
Rare Book & Manuscript Library Events

Scheide Librarian Emeritus (Princeton) Paul S. Needham will discuss the history and production of the Catholicon, and present his findings that it was printed not from movable type, as previously thought, but instead from two-line castings, a discovery that continues to incite vigorous discussion in the field. The RBML’s recently acquired copy of the 1469 edition will be on display. 

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