Herzog August Library

Herzog August Bibliothek
library in Wolfenbüttel
#2 in Wolfenbüttel / #270 in Germany
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by Vincent Eisfeld
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The Herzog August Library in Wolfenbüttel, Germany, is one of the oldest and most renowned libraries in the world. Founded in 1572 by Duke Julius of Brunswick-Lüneburg, it became a major center of learning and scholarly research during the 17th century under the patronage of Duke Augustus the Younger, after whom the library is named. The library is famous for its extensive collection of medieval manuscripts, rare books, and early printed works. It houses over 900,000 volumes, including the largest collection of works by Martin Luther.


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