Scrope, Or The Lost Library: A Novel Of New York And Hartford is a work of historical fiction written by Frederic B. Perkins. The novel tells the story of a young man named Scrope who inherits a vast library from his father. However, the library is lost in a fire, and Scrope sets out on a quest to recover it. Along the way, he encounters a cast of characters from New York and Hartford, including artists, writers, and businessmen. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of knowledge. Set in the late 19th century, the book also provides a glimpse into the cultural and social landscape of the time. With vivid descriptions and engaging characters, Scrope, Or The Lost Library is a captivating read for fans of historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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