Collections A-Z
In addition to general collections and online subscription databases, journals, and ebooks, the Library holds more than 500 named collections which are distinguished by their specialized subject matter, age, uniqueness, or value. Most of the listed collections on this page are located in the John Hay Library. To locate digitized collections, see the list available at the Center for Digital Scholarship site and search the Brown Digital Repository.
LibGuides: Guide to Research | Browse all Guides | Consult Your Subject Librarian
Brown-Ives Shakespeare
350 volumes of Shakespeariana, acquired in 1845 with fund provided by Moses Brown Ives. Rich in 18th century studies of textual controversies and the Ireland forgeries, it was one of the earliest university collections devoted to the study of Shakespeare. Supplemented by a gift from John Carter Brown of numerous 18th and 19th century editions of the plays in English, French and German.Format(s): Books
Library: John John Hay
Access to the collection:
Online Catalog (BruKnow):