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Synopsis
A detailed snapshot of a colonial library’s 1901–1910 collection, revealing the reading range of its patrons.
This nonfiction catalog presents the holdings of the Raffles Library in Singapore, organized by author and title. It captures a wide span of topics—from fiction and travel to science, history, and reference works—reflecting the library’s import of global literature during that era. The entries read like a map of what readers in that period valued, offering a practical view of how books were managed and accessed.
- Discover thousands of cataloged entries across genres such as fiction, travel, science, and humanities.
- See how books and authors are linked in a systematic, searchable library record.
- Gain insight into the literary and scholarly interests of early 20th‑century Singapore through the catalog’s scope.
- Appreciate the range of notable authors and works that shaped the library’s collection.
Ideal for researchers, librarians, and readers interested in the history of libraries and reading in the colonial era.
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Catalogue of the Raffles Library, Singapore, 1901-1910 (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of public libraries in Singapore, tracing the evolution of a key cultural institution. It explores the origins of the Rafes Library, founded in 1844 as a private institution, and its subsequent transformation into a government-funded public library and museum in 1874. The author vividly portrays the growth of the library's collection from a mere 3,000 volumes to over 26,000, highlighting the significant expansion of knowledge available to the public. The book delves into the complexities of cataloguing and classification, presenting a thought-provoking commentary on the challenges of organizing and indexing information, even in the early 20th century. This meticulous documentation provides a valuable historical record of the development of both the Rafes Library and the concept of public libraries in Singapore, offering unique insights into the cultural and intellectual landscape of the era. 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 9781334110122_0
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Catalogue of the Raffles Library, Singapore, 19011910 Classic Reprint
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Catalogue of the Raffles Library, Singapore, 19011910 Classic Reprint
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334110122
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