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Computer scientist uncovers clue to deciphering one of the most mysterious books in the worldA University of Alberta computer scientist says he's made some headway in decoding the mysterious, medieval Voynich manuscript from the early 1400s that's baffled experts for centuries.ScienceJan 24, 2018
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Calgary librarian shows off rare first edition of ‘A Christmas Carol’“Someone called John Adams owned it in 1851 and eventually it made its way to Calgary. Who knows how?”Dec 21, 2016
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Rare books: Thomas Fisher library has Canada’s largest collectionShakespeare's first folio. Margaret Atwood's first drafts. Leonard Cohen's personal notebooks. Where can all these be found? The Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library.Apr 15, 2016
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