Autograph letter signed from Francis Freeling, London, to Pickering [manuscript], 1829 January 3.

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Autograph letter signed from Francis Freeling, London, to Pickering [manuscript], 1829 January 3.

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Concerns a Shakespeare edition, an "uncommonly pretty book" about which Freeling hopes to talk to the recipient when he can get to Chancery Lane. Letter addressed "Dear Sir," but pencil annotation identifies recipient as Pickering (likely William Pickering). Address on item: General Post Office.

2 leaves ; 24 x 19 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Pickering, William, 1796-1854

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William Pickering and his son Bernard Montagu Pickering were English publishers. From the description of Miscellaneous manuscripts, 1827-1837. (University of Pennsylvania Library). WorldCat record id: 190889535 Epithet: publisher British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000543.0x00013a ...

Freeling, Francis, Sir, 1764-1836

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Freeling began his career in the Bristol Post Office and moved to London in 1787. There he held the successive Postal Service positions of surveyor, principal and resident surveyor, joint secretary, and sole secretary. In 1828, baronetcy was conferred on him for his public service. He was elected a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in 1801 and was one of the original members of the Roxburghe Club, founded in 1812. From the description of Freeling correspondence, 1794-1841. (Unknow...