Front cover of My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir

Magnus Collection

The Magnus Collection was acquired from a former mayor of Berlin, Ernst Magnus, and consists of approximately 300 French and German books, most of which are signed by their famous authors. A highlight of the Magnus Collection is the signed copy of “Manuel D’Artillerie” (1836) by Napoleon-Louis Bonaparte III.

Items from this collection can be found in the APU Library Catalog

Collection Highlights

Napoleon Bonaparte III Signature (1836)

Napoleon Bonaparte III Signature (1836)

Access to the Collections

Our Special Collections and Archives are currently closed. If you have a general question, contact the libraries or call 626-815-5062.