Consists of the inventory of a collection of 1014 volumes and 269 pamphlets, formed by John Bartlett and presented to the Library of Harvard College, November 17, 1892. In 1896 the library published a catalogue of the collection, as number 51 of its bibliographical contributions.

Reconstructs the distinctive relationship between the house and masculinity in the eighteenth century; adds a missing piece to the history of the home, uncovering the hopes and fears men had for their homes and families. Reveals how the public identity of men has always depended, to a considerable extent, upon the roles they performed within doors.

Includes its Report, 1896-19 .