Beetle Infestation Threatens Hungary’s Oldest Library
Hungary’s 1,000‑year‑old Pannonhalma Archabbey is scrambling to disinfect and preserve tens of thousands of historic books from a destructive beetle infestation that could wipe out centuries of history. What do you think? The post Beetle Infestation Threatens Hungary’s Oldest Library appeared first on The Onion.
Hungary’s 1,000‑year‑old Pannonhalma Archabbey is scrambling to disinfect and preserve tens of thousands of historic books from a destructive beetle infestation that could wipe out centuries of history. What do you think?
“What books did they eat? I’m looking for recommendations.” Elliott Wege, Remote Programmer
“I have a bunch of old Nora Roberts books I’m trying to unload, if the beetles are interested.” Becca Moen, Crossword Analyst
“Nothing beats that old book taste.” Josh Donsel, Geode Curator
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