Catalogue of the Library of the Athenaeum in Salem Massachusetts

<p>This is a meticulously compiled Catalogue of the Library of the Athenaeum in Salem Massachusetts offering a fascinating glimpse into the literary and intellectual tastes of early 19th-century New England. More than just a listing of books this volume also includes the institution's By-Laws and Regulations providing valuable context for understanding the Athenaeum's role in the community. </p> <p>Researchers of American history library science and literary studies will find this catalogue an invaluable primary source. It offers insights into the reading habits intellectual pursuits and organizational structures of a prominent American athenaeum during a formative period in the nation's history. Preserved in its original form this catalogue offers a direct connection to the past and a deeper understanding of the cultural landscape of early America.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>