Journal and commonplace book of Sir William Drake, 1630-1642.

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Journal and commonplace book of Sir William Drake, 1630-1642.

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Sir William Drake's personal and political diary and commonplace book that covers events from Nov. 30, 1631 to the outbreak of the Civil War. Included are extensive notes on books, the law courts in London, and the Long Parliament.

97 leaves, 29 cm. bound volume.

Huntington Library, Art Collections & Botanical Gardens

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