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Marks, manicules and more: interactions with our collections

15th September 202322nd August 2023 Robert Betteridge

By Ash Charlton, collaborative PhD student on placement with Rare Books. Please note that some material in the collection and the language that describes them may be harmful. Read our statement on language you may encounter when using the collections. The National Library of Scotland holds a wealth of information, including a substantial collection of […]

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Women & the Anti-slavery Movement

18th August 202318th August 2023 Robert Betteridge

By Ash Charlton, collaborative PhD student on placement with Rare Books. Please note that some material in the collection and the language that describes them may be harmful. Read our statement on language you may encounter when using the collections. The National Library of Scotland holds a wealth of information, including a substantial collection of […]

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