Description

The “Commemorative Book of the Five Hundred-Year Jubilee of the Renewal of the Jagiellonian University 1400-1900” is a monumental work published in 1901 by the Jagiellonian University Printing House in Cracow. This work is a compendium of knowledge about the history, development and significance of the Jagiellonian University during the five centuries of its existence.
The Commemorative Book, which is the result of the work of many distinguished scholars and historians, contains detailed studies of the history of the university, its organizational structure, curricula, scientific achievements and impact on the development of Polish and European culture and science.
This work is an extremely valuable source of information about the Jagiellonian University, showing its role in the formation of the Polish national identity, the development of science and culture and the education of intellectual elites. “The Commemorative Book” is also an important historical document, depicting the changes and challenges that the university has had to face over the centuries.
The 1901 edition by the Jagiellonian University Printing House in Krakow was the first edition of this monumental work, which to this day remains one of the most important sources of knowledge about the history and significance of Jagiellonian University.
What makes “The Commemorative Book” even more special? The handmade leather binding gives this book a unique character and makes it a small work of art. Our carefully selected materials and precise craftsmanship guarantee high quality and exceptional appearance, making each piece unique. This type of binding not only protects the contents of the book, but also emphasizes its value as a collector’s treasure, which will enrich any library and become a valuable cultural heritage.