Barton Library

Non-Fiction Books

This collection includes approximately 950 books on the late fifteenth century: biographies, chronicles, social, cultural, political and military history, literature, drama and poetry. The range covers standard reference books, transcriptions of primary source material, general illustrated histories and children's books. 

The catalogue is divided into eleven sections, according to subject. Within each section the items are arranged alphabetically by author, except in the biographical section where they are under the names of the people being written about and then alphabetically by author. 

Each entry gives the author, title, whether the book is hardback or paperback, date of publication, ISBN and publisher. Each entry also includes a list of keywords and synopsis of the subjects covered.

The Library is provided for the benefit of all members of the Society. Items may be collected personally (please make an appointment before calling) or sent by post to members anywhere in the UK. We regret that because of the risk of loss or delay in the post, overseas members may borrow papers but not books. Overseas members are recommended to use the catalogue as a reading list and check the library facilities of their local Society branch or public library. One or two old and/or rare books can only be borrowed if they can be collected and returned in person. 

Up to two books may be borrowed at one time. Please send your requests to borrow books to the Non-Fiction Books Librarian: 

Keith Horry
36 Hesketh Lane
Tarleton
Lancs PR4 6AQ
E-mail: keithhorry@aol.com
Tel: 01772 815152 

You may keep the books for up to a month from the date when you receive them. This period of loan may be extended on application to the Librarian, provided that the items are not required by other members.

Postage must be paid both ways. Please do not send any money when making requests but note the amount from the stamps used on the wrapping and enclose stamps (preferably) or a remittance for the amount when you return the items.

Please return the books securely wrapped against the hazards of the post in the original packing, if re-usable, or in padded envelopes or other padded wrapping materials.

Biography Miscellaneous
Biographical Collections Plays
Fine and Applied Arts Political History
Heraldry Primary Source Material
Literature Social History
Military History Topography

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