Publisher's Synopsis
""Proceedings at the Dedication of the Building for the Public Library of the City of Boston, January 1, 1858"" is a historical book documenting the opening ceremony of the Boston Public Library in 1858. The event was attended by prominent figures in the city, including the mayor and other government officials. The book contains speeches and addresses given by these figures, as well as descriptions of the building and its architecture. It also includes a detailed history of the library's founding and development leading up to the dedication ceremony. This book provides a valuable insight into the early days of one of the most important public libraries in the United States and its significance to the city of Boston.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.
