9660942
- TitleMy book of confessions: An album to gather confessions and opinions from friends, &c.
- Creator
- Call numberMLMSS 11306
- Level of descriptionfonds
- Date
19 January 1907-23 November 1928 - Type of material
- Reference code9660942
- Physical Description0.02 metres of textual material (1 folder) - manuscript, typescript - 22 x 17 cm
- ADMINISTRATIVE/ BIOGRAPHICAL HISTORY
Autograph and friendship books were popular until the mid-19th century. These books were shared among friends recording their opinions on a range of topics such as virtues, preferences and interests. Many of the contributors of this particular album are associated with the Pearce family of Seven Hills, New South Wales.
References:
Art Directory. "Album amicorum, autograph book". Accessed 21 April 2022. https://www.art-directory.info/literature/album-amicorum,-autograph-book/index.shtml
Library correspondence file - Scope and ContentSilk bound volume of 21 handwritten entries made by Australian men and women, answering questions on a range of topics including opinions on happiness, vices, favourite qualities in men and women etc.
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- Copying ConditionsCopyright restrictions may apply:
Please acknowledge:: Mitchell Library, State Library of New South Wales and Courtesy copyright holders - Description source
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