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Recipe book, 1859 (inclusive)

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1 volume

Abstract:

A volume chiefly of culinary recipes written by an unnamed author in England in 1859.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Anne Sidebottom recipe book, circa 1850-1869 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 33 leaves, 1 printed gathering)

Abstract:

Volume comprising culinary recipes written and compiled by Anne Sidebottom in Halifax, Yorkshire, England spanning the years from approximately 1850 to 1869.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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An inventory and valuation of the household furniture, plate, linen, china, books, ... held by Mr. Wm. Coote at St. Ives taken by order of his assignees, 1826 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

Abstract:

An inventory of the household of William Coote, St. Ives, Huntingdonshire, England. The inventory for appraisal was compiled by Thomas Cockett and W. T. Nash in 1826

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Travel diary, circa 1901 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume

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A travel diary of a trip to Europe written around 1901 by an unnamed author, probably from New York.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Impressions in Japan, Korea, and China, 1909 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 5 leaves)

Abstract:

Volume containing a typescript travel diary entitled Impressions in Japan, Korea and China, spanning six months from February to August 1909. Written by Jessie Randall Barrett who traveled with her with her daughter Kate Helen Barrett.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Agnes Louisa Johnston Yule horoscope, 1900 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 1 leaf)

Abstract:

This volume contains the horoscope of Agnes Louisa Johnston Yule, born in Sheffield, England. The horoscope, written in English, utilizes the traditional Hindu system of astrology known as Jyotisha or Vedic astrology. There are eleven hand-colored diagrams and detailed charts in this work.

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Diary of a trip from Egypt and Jerusalem, 1848 (inclusive)

Extent:

1 volume (+ 1 leaf)

Abstract:

Travel diary written by an unnamed Englishman recording his journey from Egypt to Jerusalem spanning one month in the spring of 1848. The volume contains detailed visual descriptions, societal observations, and personal perspectives of Cairo, the surrounding sights, and the journey from there to Jerusalem.

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French Judaica manuscripts, 1640s-1873 (inclusive)

Extent:

0.25 linear feet (1 box and 1 oversize folder)

Abstract:

Manuscript documents related to Jewish communities in France from the 17th century into the Napoleonic era.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]

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Robert Adrain papers, 1786-1826, undated (inclusive)

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1 linear feet (1 box)

Abstract:

Robert Adrain (1775-1843), a prominent Irish scientist and mathematician, is best known for his formulation of the method of least squares.The collection includes mathematical and scientific texts from Adrain's library written in English, French, and Latin, and cards containing a list of books from Adrain's library, as well as a letter concerning Adrain's potential appointment to a faculty position at the University of Pennsylvania.

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Arnold and Deanne Kaplan collection of Americana, 1764-ca. 1900 (inclusive)

Extent:

2.125 linear feet (6 boxes, 2 volumes, and 1 oversized folder.)

Abstract:

The Kaplan collection of Americana consists of account books, ciphering books, diaries, letter books, penmanship notebooks, and recipe books. There are also a selection of photographs from the educational department of the Philadelphia Commercial Museum.

Held at: University of Pennsylvania: Kislak Center for Special Collections, Rare Books and Manuscripts [Contact Us]