This book provides a comprehensive history of the librarians of Harvard College from the 17th to the 19th century. Written by Charles Knowles Bolton and Alfred Claghorn Potter, it traces the development of the Harvard library system and the influential librarians who shaped it. This richly detailed book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of libraries and higher education in America.

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