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Old Friends at Cambridge and Elsewhere

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A collection of personal recollections and biographical sketches of university colleagues and acquaintances, these pieces combine portraiture, anecdote, and critical commentary to record institutional and social changes within the collegiate setting. Originally contributed to periodicals, the essays vary in length and tone, some revised for republication, and draw on correspondence and contemporary sources. Together they offer multifaceted views of academic life, professional habits, and personalities that shaped the university, balancing affectionate reminiscence with evaluative observation of character and public service.

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John Willis Clark

John Willis Clark was an English scholar and librarian known for his contributions to the study of libraries and book preservation. His notable works include "Libraries in the Medieval and Renaissance Periods," which reflects on the evolution of libraries during significant historical eras, and "The Care of Books," emphasizing the importance of book conservation. Clark's writings often draw from his experiences at Cambridge, where he also shared insights in "Old Friends at Cambridge and Elsewhere." His scholarly work has had a lasting impact on the fields of library science and bibliophily.

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