Isbn: 9781528458917 - Descriptive Sketches of Six Private Libraries of Bangor, Maine (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of notable private libraries in the state of Maine, with a specific focus on those of Bangor. The author provides an in-depth analysis of these collectionsâ"their origins and development, the individuals who assembled them, and the range and depth of their contents. The book examines the role of private libraries in the preservation and dissemination of knowledge, their impact on scholarship and intellectual pursuits, and their importance as cultural repositories. Through detailed descriptions and insightful commentary, the author offers a deeper understanding of these remarkable collections, showcasing their significance in the literary and historical landscape of Maine. 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. …