Matthias Corvinus had one of the largest collections of books in Europe during the 15th century.
The Lawrence W. Levine Award is an annual book award made by the Organization of American Historians -LRB- OAH -RRB- .. Organization of American Historians. Organization of American Historians. Lawrence W. Levine. Lawrence W. Levine. The award goes to the best book in American cultural history .. The award is named for Professor Lawrence W. Levine , President of the OAH 1992-1993 , who wrote extensively in the field .. Lawrence W. Levine. Lawrence W. Levine. A committee of 5 members of the OAH , chosen annually by the President , makes the award .. The winner receives $ 1000 .