British Library
British Library: Virtual Books: Turning the Pages
Prepare for hours of fascination leafing through pages of 15 incredible original texts, from the Diamond Sutra, the oldest printed book, to an original copy of "Alice's Adventures Underground." Along the way, check out such varied texts...
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Science World: Vesalius (1514 1564)
A brief and helpful biography. Includes links to famous contemporaries, works, and life information.