Learn more about commonplace books

Some of the most noted scholars and historical figures of our time have kept commonplace books, such as Thomas Jefferson, W.H. Auden, H.P. Lovecraft, Abraham Lincoln, and many others.

Start here at the Wikipedia article for an overview of commonplace books.

For further information, and how-to’s on starting your own commonplace book, follow these links:

• Commonplace Books: Inspiring and Thought-Provoking Journals
• Commonplace Books
• Harvard University’s Open Collection of Commonplace Books
• Self-made Scholar: Start a Commonplace Book
• E-How: How to Start a Commonplace Book