Catalogue Of The Library At Abbotsford (1838)

By John George Lockhart

Book Overview

Catalogue Of The Library At Abbotsford is a book compiled by John George Lockhart in 1838. The book is a comprehensive catalog of the personal library of Sir Walter Scott, the famous Scottish novelist and poet. The library was located at Abbotsford, Scott's home in the Scottish Borders. The catalog lists over 9,000 items, including books, manuscripts, and maps, and provides detailed information on each item. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and researchers interested in Scott and his works, as well as for collectors and enthusiasts of rare books and manuscripts. In addition to the catalog, the book includes an introduction by Lockhart, providing background information on the library and its contents, as well as a brief biography of Scott. Overall, Catalogue Of The Library At Abbotsford is an important historical document that sheds light on the literary and cultural world of early 19th-century Scotland.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165385686
• ISBN13: 9781165385683
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.5" x 9.3"