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Auction #115 begins on 30 May 2024

Grey, Sir George; H.R.H. Prince Alfred and Porter, W.

INAUGURATION OF THE NEW BUILDINGS:

erected for the South African Public Library and Museum by H.R.H. Prince Alfred, 18th September 1860

Published: Saul Solomon & Co., Steam Printing Office, Cape Town, 1860

Edition: First

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14 pages: paper wraps with slight browning to spine.

Much of the pamphlet carried the address of Sir George Grey, who pointed out to those gathered that Africa had been the cradle of civilization and he expressed the hope that, in time, the Library would rival that of the Library of Alexandria. Prince Alfred then declared the Library open, placed books upon the shelves to much acclaim, and was duly thanked by William Porter. 

  • Binding Condition: Excellent
  • Overall Condition: Excellent
  • Size: 21 x 13,5 cm
  • Sold By: Select Books
  • Contact Person: David McLennan
  • Country: South Africa
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Telephone: 021-4246955
  • Preferred Payment Methods: Credit card; EFT
  • Trade Associations: SABDA


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