Reading Room companion
Notes
Consisting of a rare and valuable collection of diverse curiosities acquired by and for Henry Wellcome with a great variety of books: a compendium of inspiring and intriguing insights from Wellcome Collection and the Wellcome Library.
| Editor | Anna Faherty |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Wellcome Collection |
| ISBN | 9780957028555 |
| Reference | P2902 |
| Date | 2014 |
| Type | Publication |
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