Bibliotheca Grenvilliana Part The Second Compliting Completing The Catalogue Of The Library Bequeathed To The British Museum

By Thomas Grenville

Book Overview

Step inside the hallowed halls of Victorian era scholarship. Bibliotheca Grenvilliana Part The Second stands as a testament to the passion and precision of Thomas Grenville, whose legendary collection shaped the British Museum library and the world of rare book cataloguing. This meticulously curated volume completes the historic catalogue of Grenville's bequest, offering a window into the literary treasures and bibliophile interests that defined 19th century literature and British literary history. For rare book collectors, academic researchers, and lovers of historical bibliography, this reference is a gateway to an era when every volume was a work of art and scholarship. Each entry in the catalogue is more than a record; it is a story of discovery, preservation, and cultural legacy. The Grenville collection's influence endures, serving as a vital resource for those seeking insight into the evolution of library collections and the intellectual climate of the Victorian age. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are tracing the roots of British museum library holdings or enriching your own collection with a historical library catalogue, this book is more than a reference - it is a cultural treasure waiting to be explored.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 935415865X
• ISBN13: 9789354158650
• Release Date: September 2020
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 524 Pages
• Weight: 2.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"