Books & Manuscripts
'Burnt' ancient Timbuktu manuscripts saved from Mali insurgents
90% of Timbuktu's supposedly burnt ancient manuscripts have been saved, say curators
Ancient Timbuktu manuscripts burn as conflict rages in Mali
Timbuktu residents have witnessed the destruction of the library and the burning of ancient manuscripts
Ancient Welsh language manuscript tops Sotheby's at $840,000
A rare manuscript written in the ancient Welsh language starred in today's sale
Ancient atlas from 1574 sells for $17,000 at Old World Auctions
The atlas took the top spot amongst the fine collection of maps and manuscripts on offer
'Royal & Ancient' golf book swings to $10k
Alongside an antique ceramic plate, this sought-after text was the top lot at PBA's auction
Royal & Ancient Game of Golf comes to San Francisco
'One of the most magnificent books in the entire library of golf' is to sell for up to $15k