Class Lists of the Woburn Public Library

<p>Class Lists of the Woburn Public Library offers a unique glimpse into the historical collection management practices of a late 19th-century American library. Compiled by the Woburn Public Library (Mass.) this catalog provides a detailed listing of books organized by subject classification reflecting the literary tastes and intellectual pursuits of the Woburn community during that era. As a primary source it serves as a valuable resource for researchers interested in the history of libraries the evolution of cataloging systems and the social history of reading.</p><p>The book's enduring appeal lies in its meticulous documentation and its ability to transport readers back to a time when libraries played an even more central role in community life. It is an essential addition to the collections of library science historians local history enthusiasts and anyone fascinated by the cultural heritage preserved within the walls of public libraries.</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>