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John Pepys goes to Cambridge
Ellie Swire explores John Pepys' university journey at Cambridge, detailing his relationship with his brother Samuel and their academic struggles, from arrival in 1660 to his eventual career.
Ballads
The Pepys Library houses a rich collection of broadside ballads, including bawdy, historical, and musical works like The North Country Lovers, My Dog and I, and The Husbandman.
Great Fire of London
Explore the Pepys Library's virtual exhibition, featuring rare items from the Great Fire of London, including Samuel Pepys's diary, historical maps, fire-fighting innovations, and more.
Bindings Workshop
Magdalene College’s Old Library hosted a bookbinding workshop led by Dr Emily Dourish, highlighting binding features that reveal a book's history, materials, and origins, valuable for cataloguing rare books.