The past belongs to everyone: British Library calls on public to help piece together history

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  • A schematic plan of the Grand Mosque in Mecca has great detail, such as the footprint of the Prophet Ibrahim and the well of Zamzam from Vikram and Vampire. Courtesy British Library
    A schematic plan of the Grand Mosque in Mecca has great detail, such as the footprint of the Prophet Ibrahim and the well of Zamzam from Vikram and Vampire. Courtesy British Library
  • The pretty Bawadi Girl from Vikram and Vampire. Courtesy British Library
    The pretty Bawadi Girl from Vikram and Vampire. Courtesy British Library
  • The Pilgrim from Vikram and Vampire. Courtesy British Library
    The Pilgrim from Vikram and Vampire. Courtesy British Library
  • 'A swarthy Arab came out bearing on his shoulders a woman'. Courtesy British Library
    'A swarthy Arab came out bearing on his shoulders a woman'. Courtesy British Library
  • 'Wandering Arabs and their slaves'. Courtesy British Library
    'Wandering Arabs and their slaves'. Courtesy British Library