Publisher's Synopsis
The Librarians of Harvard College, 1667-1877 is a historical book written by Alfred Claghorn Potter in 1897. The book provides a comprehensive account of the librarians who served at Harvard College, one of the oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher learning in the United States. The book covers a period of over two centuries, from the founding of Harvard College in 1667 to the year 1877. It traces the evolution of the college library, which began as a small collection of books and manuscripts and eventually grew into one of the largest and most important academic libraries in the world. Potter's book provides detailed biographical information about each of the librarians who served at Harvard College during this period. It also explores the challenges they faced in managing the library's collections, expanding its holdings, and adapting to changes in the world of scholarship and publishing. Overall, The Librarians of Harvard College, 1667-1877 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of libraries, the development of academic institutions in the United States, or the role of librarians in shaping the intellectual life of a university.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.
