The library of the Department of Zoology, University of Cambridge

 The Balfour Library Conservation Project

Under the supervision of Librarian Clair Castle and Assistant Librarian Jane Acred, volunteers from CAMdfas have undertaken a project to clean the books in the rare books section of the Balfour and Newton Libaries.

Dirt is a real enemy of the book. It is acidic and gradually breaks down pages and bindings over time. It is also makes the books unpleasant to handle and pests might also be encouraged by its presence. The work the volunteers are doing will ensure that these valuable books will be preserved for a little longer.

Audrey, Diane , Pam and Wendy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you are interested in helping please contact Wendy Walford.