A Well-Run Library in the Early Eighteenth Century: Durham Cathedral Library under Thomas Rud, 1717–25

Thomas Rud's brief tenure as librarian at Durham Cathedral (1717–25) demonstrated exceptional administrative efficiency and cataloging expertise, particularly in organizing the cathedral’s manuscript collection. This period marked a significant phase of renewal for cathedral libraries post-1660, with Durham standing out for its systematic approach to library management. Rud's work highlighted the importance of meticulous cataloging during this era of rebuilding and reorganization, setting a benchmark for librarianship in early 18th-century ecclesiastical institutions.

Hingley, S. M. (2016). A Well-Run Library in the Early Eighteenth Century: Durham Cathedral Library under Thomas Rud, 1717–25. Library & Information History, 32(1-2), 8–19. https://doi.org/10.1080/17583489.2015.1128638