23. Edison Phonograph, c1908.
There are a few objects found in the nooks and crannies of the Curtin Library that have mystified us. This one looks like an old sewing … Continue reading 23. Edison Phonograph, c1908.
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19. Technological Survey of the Golden Mile.
Object 19 Technological Survey of the Golden Mile is from the Western Australian School of Mines (WASM) Kalgoorlie Library collection, chosen by librarian Teresa Bennett. The Technological Survey was produced in … Continue reading 19. Technological Survey of the Golden Mile.
16. Geological sketch map of Western Australia 1894.
Curtin University Library holds an interesting collection of geological, geophysical and topographic maps covering areas of Western Australia and other Australian states and territories, as well … Continue reading 16. Geological sketch map of Western Australia 1894.
14. Captain Cook’s journal of his first voyage around the world, a literal transcription of the original manuscript.
The journal of Captain James Cook’s first voyage around the world is one of the treasures of the National Library of Australia. It records the journey that took more than three … Continue reading 14. Captain Cook’s journal of his first voyage around the world, a literal transcription of the original manuscript.
11. Le Deche di T. Livio Padovano delle historie romane.
We’ve been searching the stacks shelves, looking in boxes, and checking the catalogue to find items that may have been lying unnoticed for some time. This … Continue reading 11. Le Deche di T. Livio Padovano delle historie romane.
10. The Miniature Hamlet, Prince of Denmark.
Small, but perfectly formed, this miniature copy of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, is the smallest book in the Curtin Library collections. Measuring 51mm x 36mm, and … Continue reading 10. The Miniature Hamlet, Prince of Denmark.
7. The first Curtin PhD thesis by William Fennell Smyth.
The first Curtin PhD thesis. The University Library holds theses submitted for higher degrees awarded by WAIT and Curtin University. While Masters programmes were undertaken at WAIT, … Continue reading 7. The first Curtin PhD thesis by William Fennell Smyth.
5. Pentax camera.
This week’s post features the first object which is neither paper nor printed. While books and paper are the traditional occupants of library shelves, photographs are often significantly represented in special collections. … Continue reading 5. Pentax camera.
4. A First Fleet Journal
John Hunter’s An historical journal of the transactions at Port Jackson and Norfolk Island, 1792. Australia Day is observed this week on January 26th. To mark the … Continue reading 4. A First Fleet Journal