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The Book-Hunters of 1888 (8)

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Laurence Worms - Ash Rare Books

(21) Mr Dykes Campbell – Top-hatted, in the far corner, back to the room, diligently scouring the shelves, is James Dykes Campbell (1838-1895), a well-travelled and well-to-do Scottish merchant of a literary bent.  Born in Port Glasgow into a shipping family, … Continue reading →

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