A Catalogue of the Books of the Right Honourable Charles Viscount Bruce, of Ampthill ... in his library at Totenham in the county of Wiltes

Compiled and privately printed in 1733, this catalogue documents the extensive library of Charles Bruce, the 4th Earl of Elgin and 3rd Earl of Ailesbury. As a dedicated bibliophile and a member of the Society of Antiquaries, Bruce assembled a collection that reflected the scholarly interests of the English aristocracy during the early eighteenth century. This volume serves as an essential record of the holdings at his estate in Tottenham Park, Wiltshire, illustrating the breadth of literature, theology, history, and classics favored by a nobleman of his standing.

The publication acts as a snapshot of a private library before the dispersal of many such collections in subsequent generations. It was produced in a limited capacity for the Earl's personal use and for circulation among a small circle of fellow collectors and peers. The design and layout adhere to the standards of contemporary eighteenth-century bibliographic practice, emphasizing systematic organization and the authority of the collector. It remains a significant primary source for historians interested in the cultural habits and intellectual environment of the British landed gentry.