Records of York Friends Book Society 1852-1911

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Records of York Friends Book Society 1852-1911

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GB 206 Leeds University Library

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The York Friends Book Society was already in existence by 1852. It began as a book club which acquired religious works recommended by individual Friends and then sold copies to its members. It developed a social side to its activities by holding lectures on literary topics. It was still active in 1911. From the guide to the Records of York Friends Book Society, 1852-1911, (Leeds University Library) ...