Manuscript Commonplace Book of English poetry and prose, dating from the 19th century, containing the second half of a long poem on early biblical history 'continued from the book in white forrel', and other items. Inserted is a folded leaf containing two poems, one dated 1834, by W. C. Yonge, who may have been the compiler of the volume.
Commonplace book (poetry and prose)
This material is held atSenate House Library Archives, University of London
- Reference
- GB 96 MS 389
- Dates of Creation
- 19th century
- Name of Creator
- Language of Material
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 volume containing 598 pages
Scope and Content
Administrative / Biographical History
No information available at present.
Arrangement
Single item.
Access Information
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Acquisition Information
Bought from Wilson & Co. in 1952.
Other Finding Aids
Collection level description.
Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements
Manuscript quarto. Boards.
Archivist's Note
Compiled by Sarah Aitchison as part of the RSLP AIM25 Project.
Conditions Governing Use
Copies may be made, subject to the condition of the original. Copying must be undertaken by the Palaeography Room staff, who will need a minimum of 24 hours to process requests.