The Rare Books and Special Collections Library holds early printed books from Europe, Australia, America and Asia. We also collect high-quality facsimiles, examples of fine printing and binding and modern limited editions. All University of Sydney higher degree theses and University of Sydney publications are kept in the Rare Books and Special Collections Library.
There are over 170,000 items in our collections.

• Main collection: early printed books
• Special collections: formed collections on a range of subjects
• Manuscript collections: personal papers, documents, literary manuscripts
• University of Sydney theses
• University of Sydney material: publications, literary prizes, college libraries, Archives
• Digital format material: Digital theses, images, eTexts
• Treasures

• the Special Collections database

• Fill out a request slip in the Rare Books and Special Collections Library office. Staff will deliver the books to you in the reading room.
• Photo identification is required (e.g. University of Sydney library card, driver's licence).
• Photocopying of material is sometimes permitted depending on the age and physical condition of the item involved. In many cases photocopying is not possible due to the fragile condition of the books. Staff will judge each item individually.
• Reproduction of Rare Books and Special Collections Library images



• After-hours access: use this form or telephone Rare Books staff in advance on (02) 935 12992 to use University of Sydney theses and University of Sydney publications after 5 pm Monday to Friday or on weekends.

Level 2, Fisher Library
University of Sydney
NSW 2006

Telephone: +61 2 935 12992
Fax: +61 2 935 17765
Email: rarebook@library.usyd.edu.au

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Last Modified: Monday 11 August, 2008