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Handbook, Historical and Descriptive (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Manchester Public Libraries

 
9780265255773: Handbook, Historical and Descriptive (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the history and guide to Manchester’s Free Public Libraries .

This detailed handbook reveals how the libraries began, what resources they offer, and how readers can access them today.

This edition presents a clear look at the Reference Library, six lending libraries, branch facilities, and the careful rules that keep the system running. It also shares how the collections grew, what kinds of periodicals are available, and how readers can obtain books for home or in-library reading. The book aims to help residents and visitors understand the full resources of Manchester’s public libraries and how to use them effectively.
  • Learn how the Manchester Free Public Libraries started and expanded in the 19th century
  • See how the Reference Library, lending libraries, and reading rooms are organized
  • Discover catalogues, bibliographies, and guidance for finding the right book
  • Understand the rules, fines, and ways to obtain and return books
Ideal for readers researching local library history, library staff, and anyone curious about how public libraries served the community in this era.

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