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Archive: October 2022 (5 Posts)

The Elusive Isle of Demons

Posted by: Cynthia Smith

Starting in the 16th century, an island off the coast of Newfoundland was labeled as the “Isle of Demons.” Rumors spread that those who ventured near the island heard strange noises. Mariners believed that the Isle of Demons was inhabited by evil spirits; they were afraid to visit the island or to sail near it. …

This is an engraved hand-colored map or view-plan by Baptista Boazio that depicts Sir Francis Drake's attack on Saint Augustine on May 28-29, 1586.

Virtual Orientation to the Geography and Map Division

Posted by: Carissa Pastuch

Please join us for the third session in a new series of virtual orientations from the Geography and Map Division! Date: Tuesday, October 11th, 2022 Time: 3:00-4:00 pm (Eastern) Location: Zoom Register for this session here! Reference librarians Carissa Pastuch and Amelia Raines will present an introduction to the collections of the Geography and Map Division at …