This book presents an in-depth exploration of the history of Princeton University Library from its inception in 1750 to the cusp of the twentieth century. It traces the evolution of the library's collection and the impact of key individuals, such as Governor Jonathan Belcher, who donated his personal library, and President Witherspoon, who secured donations from abroad. It recounts the challenges and opportunities faced by the library throughout the Revolutionary War and the subsequent rebuilding efforts. The discussion extends to the expansion of the library's holdings, including the acquisition of rare and valuable manuscripts and the construction of a dedicated library edifice in 1873, further highlighting the library's growing significance within Princeton University.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an in-depth exploration of the history of Princeton University Library from its inception in 1750 to the cusp of the twentieth century. It traces the evolution of the library's collection and the impact of key individuals, such as Governor Jonathan Belcher, who donated his personal library, and President Witherspoon, who secured donations from abroad. It recounts the challenges and opportunities faced by the library throughout the Revolutionary War and the subsequent rebuilding efforts. The discussion extends to the expansion of the library's holdings, including the acquisition of rare and valuable manuscripts and the construction of a dedicated library edifice in 1873, further highlighting the library's growing significance within Princeton University. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332079698_0
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