Travel diary, 1824-1826.

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Travel diary, 1824-1826.

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Journal of travels in Scotland, England, and the Continent. Diary is probably by a scientist, possibly with the initials "G.B." Includes description of New Lanark (Scotland). Mentions Robert Dale Owen.

1 volume.

University of Pennsylvania Libraries, Van Pelt Library

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University of Pennsylvania Libraries, Van Pelt Library

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