Book Collection 17th C. Coll - 17th Century Collection

Identity area

Reference code

17th C. Coll

Title

17th Century Collection

Date(s)

  • 1600 - 1699 (Creation)

Level of description

Book Collection

Extent and medium

89 books

Context area

Name of creator

(1963-)

Administrative history

Formed in 1963 after an amalgamation of institutions dating back to 1834, Newcastle University is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, with overseas campuses in Malaysia and Singapore. It is a member of the Russell Group of Universities.

Immediate source of acquisition or transfer

The books were amongst the general backlog of uncatalogued books.

Content and structure area

Scope and content

The 17th Century Collection is a small but expanding collection of books printed 1600-1699. The books it contains are a good reflection of this period as a time of rebellions, intrigues and conspiracies; hierarchical power; and strong religious views. ... Read more

Accruals

Further material is expected to be added to this collection

System of arrangement

Dewey Decimal

Conditions of access and use area

Conditions governing access

Open

Conditions governing reproduction

UK copyright law applies

Language of material

  • English

Physical characteristics and technical requirements

Rare Books / Publications

Access points

Subject access points

Description control area

Description identifier

gb186-17th C. Coll

Institution identifier

gb186

Status

Draft

Level of detail

Full

Language(s)

  • English

Related subjects

Related people and organizations