Lending Library Ticket
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Lending Library Ticket
Ticket for G Hitchcock, Williams & Co Young Mens Library. Book: S58 has been borrowed for 7 days from a private lending library possibly at a booksellers
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This fascinating print captures a piece of history from the 19th century - a lending library ticket for G Hitchcock, Williams & Co Young Mens Library. The ticket shows that book S58 has been borrowed for 7 days from a private lending library, possibly at a booksellers. This glimpse into the past provides insight into the reading habits and literacy practices of young men during this time period.
The ticket itself is a testament to the importance of libraries in fostering communication and knowledge sharing among communities. It serves as a reminder of the value placed on education and self-improvement through reading in the 19th century.
As we reflect on this historical artifact, we are reminded of the power of books to connect us across time and space. The act of borrowing a book from a lending library speaks to our innate curiosity and desire for learning, traits that have remained constant throughout centuries.
Mary Evans Picture Library has preserved this piece of history through their prints online, allowing us to appreciate and learn from our past. Let us continue to cherish libraries as vital institutions that promote literacy, knowledge, and connection within society.
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