Events: detail
Sir Hans Sloane and his Library
- Speaker:
-
Alison Walker, The British Library
- Starts:
- October 24, 2008 at 01:00 pm
- Ends:
- October 24, 2008 at 02:00 pm
- Location:
- The Royal Society, 6-9 Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AG United Kingdom
- Maps:
Description
Sir Hans Sloane started collecting books when he was about 20 years old, and continued until his death at the age of 92. His collections formed the basis of the British Museum and included some 40,000 printed volumes. By looking at what he acquired and how it was used we can learn about the man himself, his career and the circles in which he lived.
- Registration required:
- Yes
- Free:
- Yes
Additional information
The lecture is free but registration is required. To reserve a place please visit our website (see link below) or phone the Royal Society Library on 020 7451 2606.
For more information
- Website:
- Sir Hans Sloane and his Library
