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From 19th-century Indian rainfall records to WWI diaries, film composers to the longest word in the English language and more, our expert staff can help answer your questions and offer research guidance.

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Please note: Library staff are working offsite due to the COVID-19 situation and responding to inquiries. It can take a little time to find you the best information available and we have no access to physical collections, so please bear with us and a member of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.

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