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The New York Public Library : a universe of knowledge

by Phyllis Dain

This illustrated history traces the development of The New York Public Library from its 1895 founding. It examines the institution's landmark architecture, its network of neighbourhood branches, and its evolution into a major public resource and research centre.

Accession 14169 ISBN 0871044501 Publisher New York Public Library, Scala
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