Libraries and Reading Habits In Early Portland (1763-1836)

Authors

  • Donald Sears California State University at Fullerton Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/NaN

Keywords:

Sir William Pepperell, Samuel Freeman, Daniel Epes, Albion Parris, Portland Atheneum and Reading Room, William Preble, William Willis

Abstract

This article reviews the history of the establishment, expansion and collections of the Portland Public Library and other smaller libraries during the period 1763 to 1836.

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Published

1973-04-01

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 4 (1973): Maine History Journal

Section

Articles