The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. Excerpt from Exercises at the Dedication of the Allen Memorial Library and Social Hall
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book captivatingly retells the events of July 15, 1911, the illustrious day that the Allen Memorial Library was dedicated in Scituate, Massachusetts. Situated on the site of the former homestead of Nehemiah Manson, a renowned sea captain during the Golden Age of Sail, the library stands as an architectural gem on Central and Union Streets. The building's striking concrete structure and distinctive red-tiled roof are complemented by a social hall that buzzed with excitement during the dedication ceremony. The proceedings were meticulously planned by the generous donors, George O. Allen and Cornelia M. Allen, who envisioned a building that would serve as both a repository of knowledge and a beacon of social camaraderie. The author's rhythmic prose allows readers to feel as if they were present for the dedication, hearing speeches from an array of illustrious figures, including Willard D. Brown (the building's architect), Rev. Milton J. Miller, and Hon. Robert O. Harris (U.S. Congressman). The narrative provides a glimpse into the lives of the Allen family, whose deep roots in the community and enduring commitment to education made this project a reality. This book is a testament to the power of philanthropy and community engagement, highlighting the transformative role that libraries play in enriching the lives of individuals and fostering a love of learning. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334073762_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334073762
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334073762
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)