Autograph letter signed from William Robertson, Edinburgh, to [David Garrick] [manuscript], 1759 January 9.

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Autograph letter signed from William Robertson, Edinburgh, to [David Garrick] [manuscript], 1759 January 9.

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A history of Scotland is ready to be published. Wishes he could have consulted with Garrick before publishing Mary Queen of Scots, enclosed. Hopes he will point out any defects in taste or composition. He is much in love with Mrs. Garrick.

1 item (3 p.) : bifolium.

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Robertson, William, 1721-1793

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Garrick, David, 1717-1779

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