A Catalogue Of The Library Of Yale College In New Haven (1743) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437448580)

""A Catalogue Of The Library Of Yale College In New Haven (1743)"" is a book written by Thomas Clap that provides a comprehensive list of books held in the library of Yale College in New Haven in 1743. The book is a valuable resource for historians, scholars, and researchers interested in the intellectual history of early America, as it offers a glimpse into the reading habits and interests of the college's students and faculty during the colonial period. The catalogue includes detailed information about each book, such as the author, title, publisher, and subject matter, as well as notes on the condition and provenance of each volume. The book also includes an introduction by Clap, who was the president of Yale College at the time, in which he discusses the importance of a well-stocked library for the education and advancement of young scholars. Overall, ""A Catalogue Of The Library Of Yale College In New Haven (1743)"" is a fascinating historical document that sheds light on the intellectual culture of early America and the role of libraries in shaping it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of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.

Author: Thomas Clap
ISBN-10: 1437448585
ISBN-13: 9781437448580
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/13/2009
Pages: 52
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.18lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.11d