Our Library

Welcome to the heart of the Geneva Memeology Library, where the world of memes is cataloged, studied, and preserved. Our collection spans a wide range of meme genres, from early internet classics to the latest viral sensations, reflecting the evolution of digital culture over time. Whether you're a casual browser, a dedicated researcher, or just curious about the social impact of memes, our library offers something for everyone.

With a carefully curated selection of memes from diverse platforms, historical timelines, and regions, our archives provide a deep dive into the world of internet humor, satire, and visual storytelling. We believe memes are not just fleeting jokes—they are cultural artifacts, windows into shared experiences, and expressions of modern communication.

Explore our digital shelves, attend our exhibitions, or engage with our expert analyses to discover how memes are shaping society, identity, and global conversation. Welcome to a space where humor meets scholarship!

Types of documents you can find in our library

Meme Archives

Historical Meme Collection: A timeline of famous memes from the early internet
Viral Memes by Year: A breakdown of the most viral memes by year, starting from the 2000s to present.
Regional Meme Collections: Memes specific to Geneva

Meme Case Studies

Deep Dives into Popular Memes: Comprehensive analyses of famous memes, including origins, evolution, and impact.
Political Memes: Case studies of how memes have been used in politics, activism, and elections
Meme Cycles & Trends: Exploring how certain meme formats rise, fall, and get reinvented

Scholarly Articles & Research Papers

The Sociology of Memes: Articles examining how memes influence social dynamics, identity formation, and collective memory.
Memes and Linguistics: Research on how memes are a form of visual language, and how they convey meaning through minimal text and imagery.
Memes as Digital Folklore: Studies exploring the folkloric nature of memes, as modern equivalents of oral traditions.
Meme Virality Studies: Research on the mechanisms that drive a meme to go viral

Books and E-books on Memeology

“Meme: An Intellectual History”: A book exploring the evolution of memes and their cultural impact.
“Meme Magic: The Power of Internet Culture”: A collection of essays on how memes influence political, social, and digital landscapes.
“The Meme Handbook”: A practical guide to creating and understanding memes, including meme theory and meme taxonomy.

Meme Glossaries and Databases

Meme Glossary: A comprehensive list of meme terminology, slang, and references
Meme Genealogy Database: A database that tracks the origins and evolution of specific meme formats, with historical context.

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