A collection of classical and early Christian writings: Basil, 'De legendis gentilibus libris'. Pseudo-Plutarch, 'De liberis educandis'. Cicero, 'Ep.I,1'. Jerome, 'Vita Pauli heremitae'.
A collection of classical and early Christian writings
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- ReferenceGB 338 MS 73
- Former ReferenceGB 338 MSS/073
- Dates of Creation1401-1500
- Name of Creator
- Language of MaterialLatin
- Physical Description210x150mm 1 volume Modern leather spine and cloth boards.
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Acquisition Information
Donated by Mr. Harry H. Peach. (Phillipps Ms3366).
Note
This collection of classical and early Christian writings were created in Italy in the 15th century and are written on paper, in Latin, in three italic hands. According to a note in f.1 by H. Drury, a former owner, the collection once included Ovid's 'De remedio amoris'.
Other Finding Aids
Included in the publication: 'A handlist of the manuscript collection' , compiled by Brian Burch and Jenny Clark (Leicester University Library, 1998).
See also: Ker, N.R. ' Medieval manuscripts in British libraries ', (Clarendon Press, 1969-1983), Vol.III, pp.85-86.
Archivist's Note
Former reference MS073.
Description prepared by Andrew Lacey.