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View all five objects in an exhibition that explores the development of writing in Mesopotamia—the wedge-shaped system that we call cuneiform—that was in use for over three thousand years.

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Readings for railways; or, Anecdotes and other short stories, reflections, maxims, characteristics, passages of wit, humour, and poetry; etc. Together with points of information on matters of general interest. Collected in the course of his own reading. By Leigh Hunt.

London : C. Gilpin, [pref. 1849]

PML 6954

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Printed Books

The Aviary, or, Grand assemblage of the feathered tribes : comprising near one hundred figures, accurately engraved on copper plates : with concise accounts of the habits and qualities of the birds represented : intended as a present for every curious miss and master.

London : Printed for E. Newbery ... by J. Cundee, Ivy-Lane, 1800.

PML 83734

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Printed Books

The History of King Lear and his three daughters : shewing, the fate which attend those who are undutiful, and the reward which providence will bestow on the virtuous and good : written for the amusement and instruction of youth : (adorned with cuts).

London : Printed for W. Moore, no. 8, Leadenhall-Street, 1794.

PML 81606

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Printed Books

The poetical task-book : consisting of original pieces, stories, tales & narratives with prose introductions : containing short, religious, moral , and scientific essays, instructions & illustrations on a variety of interesting and amusing subjects : designed for the use of schools and of young persons generally.

J. N.

London : Printed by and for Hodgson & Co., Juvenile Press, [ca. 1820]

PML 81287

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Printed Books