The Library

The College Library is divided into two sections. The Old Library dates from 1624 and houses historic manuscripts, rare books and personal papers. The modern Working Library houses borrowable books and current periodicals, as well as computer and work facilities to which members have 24 hour access.

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New accessions: May 2013
You can recommend a book/DVD by using the online recommendation form, or fill in a form available at the Issue Desk.

New edition of oldest manuscript
Image of the crucifixion from folio 35v of MS C.9
A scholarly edition of the College’s oldest manuscript has just been published by Brepols. Manuscript C.9 is a rare 10th century Irish Psalter, known as the ‘Southampton Psalter’ as it came to the College via Henry Wriothesley, third Earl of...

New accessions: April 2013
You can recommend a book/DVD by using the online recommendation form, or fill in a form available at the Issue Desk.
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Events

4th Jun 2013
Women & St John's College

Drawing upon the rich resources of St John's College Library and Archives, as well as the personal experiences of Members of the College, this exhibition explores women’s involvement with St John'...

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