In celebration of International Museum Day (May 18th), the Department of Arts and Design of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Macau, in collaboration with the University Library, proudly presents the special exhibition “Regarding Books”. This exhibition features a curated selection of over fifty rare Chinese and Western books from the Library’s treasured collections. These ancient texts serve as a bridge across time, preserving the wisdom of generations past and inviting us into a captivating dialogue with minds from centuries ago. The exhibition also highlights the exquisite bindings, rich text, beautiful illustrations, and profound historical and cultural significance found within these volumes. Our hope is that through this exhibition, we can inspire you to appreciate the multifaceted charm of books and explore their limitless potential as carriers of culture. The exhibition features precious ancient books, including texts and maps. Among them is a 1491 incunabulum edition of Euclid’s Elements – the only surviving incunabulum edition of the Elements currently held in China. Incidentally, the UM Library also holds a woodblock print edition of Comprehensive Mirror to Aid in Government with Detailed Annotation, dating back to the Hongzhi period of the Ming Dynasty, which has been included in the second batch of the “National Catalogue of Precious Ancient Books.” We cordially invite you to stroll through the exhibition hall, appreciate the craftsmanship and visual appeal of these ancient books, and experience the historical and cultural legacy they convey. Finally, the University of Macau and the University of Macau Museum of Art are delighted to contribute more cultural products, in hopes of supporting the future of museum endeavors. Let us together appreciate the beauty of books and explore the light of civilization! Wishing the exhibition a resounding success! Yonghua Song Rector, University of Macau EXHIBITION DEDICATION Rector’s Message 20
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