Lives of the Founders of the British Museum

Name: Lives of the Founders of the British Museum
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ISBN: 9781023508162

Edward Edwards

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English

Anson Street Press
29 March 2025

Biography: historical, political & military; Museums & museology; British & Irish history

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Delve into the fascinating history of one of the world's most renowned cultural institutions with ""Lives of the Founders of the British Museum"" by Edward Edwards. This meticulously researched volume, subtitled ""with Notices of its Chief Augmentors and Other Benefactors, 1570-1870,"" offers a captivating look at the individuals who shaped the British Museum from its inception.

Explore the lives and legacies of the museum's founders, book collectors, and other key figures who contributed to its remarkable growth. Edwards provides detailed biographical sketches, shedding light on their passions, motivations, and enduring contributions to the museum's collections.

A valuable resource for anyone interested in museum history, book collecting, or British history, this book offers a unique glimpse into the intellectual and cultural landscape of Britain from the late 16th century to the late 19th century. This new edition makes accessible the detailed scholarship of Edward Edwards, ensuring that this important historical work remains available. Part 1 of 2.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Edward Edwards
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 354g
ISBN: 9781023508162
ISBN 10: 1023508168
Pages: 250
Publication Date: 29 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active