Commonplace book, written in the early 19th century, containing copies of poems by various authors, including Mrs. R. Wilmot, the Reverend John Chetwood, and Eward Wilmot. The poems include 'To Miss Wilmot, now Mrs. Bradford, on her arrival from Russia' by F.S.I. (p.135), and 'Prologue written for the opening of the Lyceum at Madras 1782, spoken by Major Maule, by Eyles Irwin, Esq.' (p.245). A few poems are dated, 1782, 1788, 1802-1816.
Commonplace book (poetry)
This material is held atSenate House Library Archives, University of London
- Reference
- GB 96 MS 704
- Dates of Creation
- Early 19th century
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 volume containing 135 leaves
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
No information available at present.
Arrangement
Single item.
Access Information
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Acquisition Information
Bought from C. Hardy by Dr. J.H.P. Pafford in 1966.
Other Finding Aids
Collection level description.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
7¾" x 6½". The paper is watermarked 1810. The volume is bound in leather.
Archivist's Note
Compiled by Sarah Aitchison as part of the RSLP AIM25 Project.
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