Member Rare Books Tour: As Easy as A, B, C
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
Manton Research Center
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Collections Development Librarian Terri Boccia leads this lively survey of alphabet books. Whether created as an educational tool or as an independent artistic work, the imagery accompanying each letter always fits a theme. The talk looks at the rich variety of examples found in the Clark’s library collection. This event is presented in conjunction with A–Z: Alphabetic Highlights from the Library’s Special Collections, on view in the Manton Research Center reading room through May 18.
Advance registration required. Capacity is limited. To register, email [email protected] or call 413 458 0425.
Image: Chris Van Allsburg, The alphabet theatre proudly presents the Z was zapped: a play in twenty-six acts. Boston, 1987
Collections Development Librarian Terri Boccia leads this lively survey of alphabet books. Whether created as an educational tool or as an independent artistic work, the imagery accompanying each letter always fits a theme. The talk looks at the rich variety of examples found in the Clark’s library collection. This event is presented in conjunction with A–Z: Alphabetic Highlights from the Library’s Special Collections, on view in the Manton Research Center reading room through May 18.
Advance registration required. Capacity is limited. To register, email [email protected] or call 413 458 0425.
Image: Chris Van Allsburg, The alphabet theatre proudly presents the Z was zapped: a play in twenty-six acts. Boston, 1987
