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Lord Spencer's Library: A Sketch Of A Visit To Althorp, Northamptonshire (1870)

Lord Spencer's Library: A Sketch Of A Visit To Althorp, Northamptonshire (1870)

Spencer, George John
Timmins, Samuel

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ISBN10: 112032047X
ISBN13: 9781120320476
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Oct 15 2009
Pages: 20
Weight: 0.20
Height: 0.05 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Lord Spencer's Library: A Sketch Of A Visit To Althorp, Northamptonshire is a historical book written by Samuel Timmins in 1870. The book provides a detailed account of Timmins' visit to Althorp, the ancestral home of the Spencer family, and their vast library collection. The library is one of the largest private collections in Europe, with over 40,000 books, including rare manuscripts and first editions. The book takes the reader on a journey through the library, describing the various sections and collections, and highlighting some of the most interesting and valuable books. Timmins also provides a brief history of the Spencer family and their connection to the library, as well as discussing the importance of preserving such collections for future generations. Overall, Lord Spencer's Library is a fascinating insight into the world of rare book collections and the history of one of England's most prestigious families. It is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, history, or the preservation of cultural heritage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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