Bibliotheca Alleniana: A Catalogue Of The Curious, Elegant, And Very Valuable Library Of Thomas Alle

Bibliotheca Alleniana: A Catalogue Of The Curious, Elegant, And Very Valuable Library Of Thomas Allen (1795) is a book that provides a comprehensive listing of the vast collection of books, manuscripts, and other literary treasures that belonged to Thomas Allen, a renowned collector of rare books and manuscripts in the late 18th century. The catalogue was compiled by Leigh and Sotheby, two prominent auctioneers of the time, and includes detailed descriptions of each item in the collection, along with information about their provenance, condition, and estimated value. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and collectors of rare books, providing a glimpse into the mind and interests of one of the most important book collectors of his time. It also serves as a testament to the enduring value of books and the importance of preserving our literary heritage for future generations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.