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Library catalogue, 1899-1912 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume
Abstract:
An oversize volume comprising the inventories of books, paintings, china, porcelain, and ceramic figures owned by Frederick Arthur Robinson in England. He was an exporter of machinery to gold mines in South Africa and later became chairman to several mining operations. Robinson compiled the inventories of his private library and personal belongings from the years 1899 to 1912.

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

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Library catalog Québec, Canada, circa 1880 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume (+ 3 leaves)
Abstract:
Volume comprising an inventory of a personal library probably from Québec, Canada, circa 1880. The works listed in the volume concern the history and exploration of Canada and North America.

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

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A catalogue of the library of the United Service Museum : Middle Scotland Yard, London, 1836-1841 (inclusive)

Extent:
1 volume
Abstract:
A printed library catalog with interleaved blanks is the house copy of the United Service Museum as part of the Royal United Service Institution. The volume has copious annotated bibliographic entries on the printed pages and interleaved blanks to accommodate additions to the library. The volume was in use from the years 1836 to 1841

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

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Catalogue of books at Clytha Cottage, 1869

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.2 linear_foot (1 volume)
Abstract:
In 1869, Clytha Cottage, located in Monmouthshire in Wales, was the home of a diverse and extensive library with books covering a variety of topics and dating from 1521 to 1869. This catalog of books lists the contents of the library by topic and usually includes the title, the number of volumes, the size, and the date.

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Alphabetical catalogue of library at Arthurstone, circa 1870s (inclusive)

Extent:
.1 linear_foot (1 volume)
Abstract:
The Alphabetical Catalogue of Library at Arthurstone documents the diverse library housed on the Arthurstone estate, located near Meigle, Scotland. The volume contains a listing of books, dating from 1535 to 1847, with significant focus on travel to and history of countries across the world; the British military and its many campaigns; and Scottish history, politics, and literature.

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