Annals of the Bodleian Library, Oxford, A.D. 1598-A.D. 1867 by William Dunn Macray

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By Donald Scott Posted on Dec 22, 2025
In Category - Wit & Irony
Macray, William Dunn, 1826-1916 Macray, William Dunn, 1826-1916
English
"Annals of the Bodleian Library, Oxford, A.D. 1598-A.D. 1867" by William Dunn Macray is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles the history and development of the Bodleian Library, detailing its significance in the academic and cultural landscape of Oxford University from its origins in the fourteenth century thr...
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work, namely to present a comprehensive narrative of the library that has not been thoroughly documented since the time of Anthony à Wood. Macray discusses the challenges of compiling such a history, noting the vast array of materials available and the importance of recognizing various benefactors who contributed to the library's growth. He emphasizes the enduring cultural legacy of the library, referring to the readers who seek knowledge within its walls as "Bees of the Bodleian," and hints at the rich tales stemming from its storied past that he aims to convey throughout the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Ethan Lee
5 months ago

It took me a while to start, but the depth of research presented here is truly commendable. Absolutely essential reading.

Thomas Roberts
5 months ago

At first glance, the character development is subtle yet leaves a lasting impact. Thanks for making this available.

Kimberly Wilson
4 months ago

Believe the hype, the pacing is just right, keeping you engaged from start to finish. One of the best books I've read this year.

Edward Young
3 weeks ago

I was pleasantly surprised because the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. It was exactly what I needed right now.

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