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This new display in Fisher Library features work by artist Ida Rentoul Outhwaite, whose distinctive fairytale world was celebrated and popularised in the early 20th century.

Immerse yourself in the world of rare books and special collections at these upcoming Library events, held in celebration of the University’s 175th anniversary. From medieval texts to contemporary artist books, science fiction comics to literary triumphs, there will be something for everyone.

The Library is pleased to announce the acquisition of a rare first edition of the 19th century Gothic novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Published in 1818, this extraordinary novel pioneered science fiction and remains culturally significant over 200 years later.

On 31 March 2025, Trans Day of Visibility is internationally celebrated with a focus on trans pride and awareness.

Introducing this year’s successful exhibition applications for the Conservatorium of Music library.

The Research Assistant (Beta) has been upgraded to improve your user experience.

The Library continues to support open access publishing in 2025, with 31 Read and Publish agreements with major scholarly publishers.

The Library Peer Learning Advisor team have been recognised in the Australiasian Peer-Assisted Study Session (PASS) Alliance awards

Discover Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander authors at the University of Sydney in our new Fisher Library book display.

From Medieval manuscripts to recent literary highlights, the Library continues to collect items with academic research and teaching potential. We are pleased to share a small selection of new (to us) treasures.

Explore how language around gender and sexuality has evolved over time. The Library's LGBTQIA+ Ally Group have curated materials from Rare Books and Special Collections for this exhibition, on display until July 2025.

This installation by criminologist and artist Dr Carolyn McKay explores tourist hotels and motels as places of immigration detention.

Join us on more adventures to discover our Library locations and collect a stamp from each one to win Library merch!

Fisher Library and Herbert Smith Freehills Law Library are open today, with some areas temporarily restricted for cleaning.

The Library was pleased to host a group of international academics who visited to view select 16th-17th century liturgical manuscripts from our Rare Books and Special Collections.

The new user interface will improve resource accessibility, optimise workflows for academics, and improve usability for smaller devices.

The University closedown period is from Saturday 21 December 2024 until Monday 6 January 2025 inclusive.

The Library is pleased to announce the recent acquisition of a ‘Noble Fragment’ of the Gutenberg Bible, considered to be the first Western mass-produced book. In addition to its historical significance, these ‘Noble Fragments’ hold a special place in the family history of author and alumnus Michael Visontay, as he’ll explore in an upcoming talk on 4 February 2025.

This new website interface will affect over 40 databases including CINAHL, Business Source Ultimate and the EBSCOhost eBook collection.

This new beta feature enables users to ask questions to find Library resources.