Abstract
This article examines the growth and development of the Wanlockhead Miners’ Library from its foundation in 1756 through to the present. It traces the everyday function of the library society, from the ways in which books were bought and lent, to the role of the society in village life.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 190-123 |
Number of pages | 34 |
Journal | Scottish Archives |
Volume | 16 |
Publication status | Published - 2010 |
Keywords
- library
- culture
- history
- recreation