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Renaissance Library Calendar 2008 - HALF PRICE SALE NOW!



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Here's a picture of the front cover. The front cover of the 2008 edition of the Calendar shows the Melk Abbey Library in Austria. Melk Abbey is one of the World's most famous monastic sites, and founded in 1089.

The 2008 Calendar contains three libraries each from USA, UK and Austria, and one each from Australia, Canada and for the first time one from Poland..

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You can see each of the 12 libraries featured in the 2008 edition by clicking on the link below, which shows a bigger picture of the Calendar's back cover. This year, they date from the year 750 to 1918.



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You can see bigger pictures of two more of the libraries if you follow the links below.


Click here to see Lambach Monastery Library in Austria. The monastery was founded in 1056, and in the picture from its  Library from 1691 we see a Reading-mill "Lesemühle". 




Click here to see the North Reading Room at Doe memorial Library at University of California, Berkeley, CA, USA. Established in 1868 it is one of the greatest architectural accomplishments of the Beaux-Arts period.


The Calendar contains 28 A4 pages in colour.

When opened out to hang on the wall, the dimensions are A3 size, which is 297mm x 420mm or 11.69 x 16.54 inches. The Calendar is stapled in the middle and hangs on the wall from a drilled hole.

The libraries featured in the Calendar are:

Abbey Library of Melk, Melk, Austria, 1089
Doe Memorial Library, University of California, Berkeley, CA, USA, 1868
Armagh Public Library, Armagh, Northern Ireland, UK, 1771
New Norcia Library, Benedictine Community, New Norcia, Australia, 1846
Armstrong Browning Library, Baylor University, Waco, TX, USA, 1918
Library of Literary and Historical Society of Quebec, Quebec, Canada, 1824
King James Library, University of St Andrews, Fife, Scotland, UK, 1612
Lambach Monastery Library, Lambach, Austria, 1056
Mechanics' Institute Library, San Francisco, CA, USA, 1854
York Minster Library, York, UK, 750
Library of Collegium Maius, Jagellonien University, Krakow, Poland, 1515
Abbey Library of Vorau, Vorau, Austria, 1163

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The price of this lovely Calendar is normally just $13.95 plus shipping and handling,
and now of Half Price Sale; $6.97.

Here are some testimonials we have received about earlier Renaissance Library Calendars. Many customers order every year, often with multiple copies for personal use and as gifts. And they are in many different countries. You can see more than 80 testimonials by clicking the "Testimonials" link at the top of the right hand navigation panel (3rd item down.)

If you have any doubts about the quality of the Calendar, just take a look at the Testimonials page.


From Pamela James, California, USA 
"On two separate occasions, about a week apart, I ordered the 2006 wall calendars. One for myself and one for my cousin. Both orders arrived so quickly! Within a week. And both items were in perfect condition. (Your excellent and speedy shipping is truly noteworthy!)

"The calendars are breathtaking. The elegant photographs of the libraries featured in the calendar actually defy description. I could not have asked for a more perfect gift (for myself and others). Your Shoppe has incredible gifts for anyone, especially all of us library and book lovers the world over. I don't remember how I found your web site and signed up for the mailing in the last year, but I'm sure I was searching libraries and books or perhaps you are featured in an ad at one of the many book-related sites I have bookmarked. ... When I received your mailing about 2006 calendars I rushed to your site and ordered the first one. What remarkable locations and brilliant photographs.

"Thank you for the extraordinary work you do via your web site and for the exquisite gifts you have made available to the world. I will (forever) be ordering other items from you, not only for myself but as gifts as well. Thank you so very much!"

From Jean Block, Columbus, Ohio, USA
"Yes, our 3 calendars arrived in a timely manner and in good condition. They are really beautiful to look at and the history of each photo/library is much appreciated. We know our friends will love them too. 

"My sister-in-law, who is a librarian, included your web site in her “Neat new stuff” column. You may already know that, but I thought you might like to know where we heard about you. Her own web site is www.marylaine.com. 

"Again, thanks for producing such a wonderful calendar for history and library buffs."

From Thais Turner, Blue Mountains, Australia
"Thanks, I received the 6 Library Calendars last week or so and they are wonderful - keep making more. I didn't know there were so many gorgeous Library buildings out there, all over the world."

From Christine Giannoni, Chicago, Illinois, USA
"Good Morning ... The calendar is fantastic! I have had many positive compliments about it and many have asked where I purchased it from. I hope to use it as a travel “wish list.” I can’t wait until next year’s calendar is released!"

From Natalie Wardle, Saitama, Japan
"Thank you for another beautiful calendar. I'm looking forward to admiring the wonderful libraries each month, as I have for the past 2 years. The shipping was amazing. Even though I'm now living in Japan, it seemed only a matter of days before I received my order. Thanks again and all the best in 2006!"

From Maureen Hill, Dorset, UK
"Yes, I have received the calendars and cards, thank you. They are absolutely beautiful and arrived very quickly. I ordered similar last year and they have been a great delight to many people. Your hard work is much appreciated."


If You're An Information Professional, Librarian Or Book or Culture Lover …. 
The Beautiful Renaissance Library Calendar

Has Been Created Especially For You! 
Now sold in over 40 countries.

This is not just a normal calendar with 12 pictures. The 12 libraries in the calendar have been hand picked as being among the most beautiful and historic in the World ...

They have been selected from nominations submitted by librarians and information professionals in nearly 40 countries ....

And with each beautiful photograph is a well researched and highly informative text about the associated library, its location, its history, its collection and other items of special interest.

Don't just buy any old calendar - you owe it to yourself, as a librarian, information professional or book lover, to buy a calendar that makes you proud of your profession and love for books. 

"As a librarian, book collector and reader, I have to say I was most impressed 
with the photography, brief history of the libraries and overall quality of 
the calendar. Thank you very much with your prompt service."
Aaron Tunn, (ihug.com) Australia

Here's Why You Should Have It

* It's been created just for you

* Perfect for use in your office or library

* Perfect for use in your own home

* A lovely gift for a friend, colleague or family member

* Upsell your library - give a copy to your boss

* Give it to your staff as a thank you for their efforts

* Use it to raise funds from your library friends and patrons

* Show it to your suppliers - get a free one next year

* Library suppliers - give it as a special thank you to your library customers or use it to attract new customers


It is produced and shipped from Sweden and this is reflected in our shipping charges.

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