Bibliotheca Grenvilliana

By John Thomas Payne and Thomas Grenville

Bibliotheca Grenvilliana is a detailed catalogue of the renowned book collection assembled by Thomas Grenville (1755-1846), a British politician and bibliophile. Upon his death, Grenville bequeathed his extensive library to the British Museum, significantly enriching its holdings. This multi-volume catalogue, compiled by individuals including John Thomas Payne, Henry Foss, and William Brenchley Rye, meticulously documents the collection's rare and valuable books.

The work provides invaluable insights into Grenville's collecting habits and the history of the books themselves. It serves as a vital resource for bibliographers, book historians, and anyone interested in the provenance and significance of rare books. It offers a glimpse into a significant private library of the 19th century and its enduring impact on the British Museum's collections.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1247914151
• ISBN13: 9781247914152
• Release Date: October 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 478 Pages
• Weight: 1.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.4" x 9.7"