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REPORT OF THE LIBRARIAN.

Authors :
BRIGHAM, CLARENCE S.
Source :
Proceedings of the American Antiquarian Society; Oct23, Vol. 33 Issue 2, p263-277, 15p
Publication Year :
1923

Abstract

The article presents the annual report of the chief librarian of the American Antiquarian Society, discussing the condition and developments of the association's collections and archives as of October 1923. An overview of accessions gained by the society during the year, including a complete list of books, pamphlets, prints, and newspapers acquired is given. Comments are provided discussing the acquisition and conservation policies being pursued by the society. Additional mention is given to the library's increasing portrait collection, including those of Cotton Mather, Mather Brown, and Mather Byles.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0044751X
Volume :
33
Issue :
2
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Proceedings of the American Antiquarian Society
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
44806716