Slovak National Library (SNL) is inviting you to the international conference dedicated to the history of book culture, with a particular focus on prints from the 15th – 17th centuries. The conference will be held on 21 to 23 April 2026 in SNL in Martin – registration by 28 February 2026.

Please submit the application form (.docx, 15 KB) kindly by 28 February 2026 to: daniela.skulova@snk.sk. They will confirm the inclusion of the contribution in the conference program by 7 March 2026.

Participants are also invited to submit their conference papers as scholarly articles to the editorial office of the journal Kniha. Publishing of an article in journal Kniha is regulated by journal’s rules. More information on https://casopiskniha.snk.sk.

The earliest printed books represent a valuable part of cultural heritage. Although this type of print has already received scholarly attention, the Slovak National Library would like to highlight less explored topics. Ambition of the conference is to present contributions focused on the development of the printed book during this period, the individuals and phenomena involved in its production (authors, printers, proof-readers, illuminators, bookbinders, patrons, etc.), as well as transformations in book market and distribution.

More information: www.snk.sk