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Welcome to the Library Company of Philadelphia's Tumblr page! Founded by Ben Franklin in 1731, we are an independent research library specializing in American history and culture from the 17th through the 19th centuries. This page highlights materials from LCP's extensive collection of rare books, manuscripts, broadsides, ephemera, prints, photographs, and works of art.
It’s time for a Sagittarius edition of #MiniatureMonday! This tiny book was published in 1802 and measures just 63 mm. Though small, it features 125 pages of metal-engraved images and printed text.