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Sir: This volume is the first of the series of Contributions to American Library History, the preparation of which has been undertaken by librarians representing the several States, the editing and publishing of which has been assumed by this Library.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the development of the Library of Congress from its inception in 1800 to 1864, a period of immense growth and transformation. The author traces the library's origins from a small collection of books purchased from London booksellers to its establishment as a national institution housing a vast and diverse collection of materials. The book also explores the challenges faced by the library during this period, including the need for a permanent home, the acquisition of new materials, and the development of a system of organization and cataloging. Through extensive research and analysis, the author provides a detailed and engaging account of the library's early history, shedding light on its role in the development of American scholarship and culture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333728212_0
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