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Musæum Clausum, or Bibliotheca Abscondita: Some Thoughts on Curiosity Cabinets and Imaginary Books

Secondary Title (i.e. Proceedings Title): Periodical Title: Publication Type:journal article Authors:Juel-Jensen, Bent Editors: Publisher: Place of Publication: Publication Date:1992 Alternate Date (i.e. Conference Date): Volume:4 Issue:1 Start Page:127 End Page:140 Abstract:This paper examines the last work by Sir Thomas Browne published in his lifetime, an imaginary cabinet of curiosities. The sale catalogue (171011) of some of his, and of his son Edward's books is discussed. Other collections are mentioned, including those of Imperato, Calzolari, Tradescant, and Worm. Several of the imaginary objects and books are considered mth reference to the sale catalogue and Browne's earlier writings. Descriptors/Keywords: ISBN: URL:
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