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This text tells the story of the British Museum from its foundation by Act of Parliament in 1753 to the present day. Caygill has drawn on contemporary newspapers, journals, diaries and the Museum's own archives to bring its personalities to life. No library descriptions found. |
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Google Books — Loading... GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)069.0942142Information Organizations Museums History of museums and the museum idea Europe England; Wales Middlesex; LondonLC ClassificationRatingAverage:
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