The Public Library of the City of Boston: A History

by Horace G 1851-1925 Wadlin

Book Overview

This volume provides a comprehensive history of the Boston Public Library from its founding in 1848 to the early 20th century. Drawing on a range of primary sources, including archival materials and contemporary accounts, Wadlin offers a detailed and engaging narrative of the library's growth and development over the years, as well as its impact on the intellectual and cultural life of Boston.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1019945621
• ISBN13: 9781019945629
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 330 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"