John Penrose letter, 1844.

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John Penrose letter, 1844.

This collection consists of a three-page letter from John Penrose to an unnamed bishop, dated 24 November 1844. In the letter, Penrose comments on the character of Thomas Arnold.

.01 cubic ft. (1 folder)

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Penrose, John, 1778-1859

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John Penrose was born on 15 December 1778 in Cardinham, Cornwall. His father, also named John, was vicar of that parish at the time of his birth. Penrose began his formal education at Exeter College, Oxford, but switched to Corpus Christi College, Oxford, after three months. He received a BA in 1799 and an MA in 1802. In 1814 Penrose married Elizabeth Cartwright, a teacher and author of children's books under the name Mrs. Markham. The couple were the parents of three sons. Penrose was ordained ...