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A Guide to the Documents in the Manuscript Room, Vol. 1: At the Public Archives of Canada (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Public Archives Of Canada

 
9780484416955: A Guide to the Documents in the Manuscript Room, Vol. 1: At the Public Archives of Canada (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the Public Archives of Canada with this practical guide to manuscript materials .

It helps researchers understand what the Archives holds and how to find it quickly.

This volume describes the main series and topics that are ready to be inventoried. It explains the purpose, scope, and limitations of the work, and offers guidance on where to look for different kinds of records, including old official papers, transcripts, and private collections. The commentary stays practical and focused on making materials easier to locate and use.
  • How the Archives organizes its material into series and topics
  • What kind of documents are included and how they’re described
  • Notes on indexing, classification, and access to specific records
  • Tips for navigating the guide and planning archival research
Ideal for researchers, historians, librarians, and archival staff who need a clear, usable map of the Archives’ manuscript materials and how they are arranged.

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