
Martine van Ittersum - "The Working Papers of Hugo Grotius: A Case Study in the Micro-Sociologies of Archives"
Lectures in Intellectual History
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The Intricate Handling of Historical Papers
The chapter delves into the intricate details of handling papers belonging to individuals of historical significance, exploring auction scenarios, negotiations, and acquisitions. It highlights the consequences of physically separating papers from their bindings and the historical significance of these materials. The narrative also unveils the complex connections surrounding the papers, involving financial transactions, influential entities, and the potential preservation of certain materials.
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