Thieves Targeting Priceless Items In Libraries

The video discusses the global epidemic of theft targeting rare manuscripts and maps, highlighting the significant loss to specialized collections. It describes the methods used by thieves and the thriving market for stolen items. A conference at the British Library aims to address these issues, emphasizing the need for stronger ethical standards and potential solutions like digitization, while balancing public access to valuable items.

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