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This work presents the personal writings of Ralph Thoresby, a prominent antiquarian and collector from Leeds, England, spanning his life from 1677 to 1724. The diary offers a unique window into the daily life, intellectual pursuits, and social connections of a learned gentleman during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. It details his extensive correspondence, his acquisition of historical artifacts and curiosities, and his interactions with other notable figures of his time, providing invaluable primary source material for understanding the period.
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Page Count:
504
Publication Date:
2016-08-25
Publisher:
Creative Media Partners, LLC
ISBN-10:
1361822430
ISBN-13:
9781361822432
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