Letters : to William Hone, 1827-1828.

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Letters : to William Hone, 1827-1828.

Volume containing manuscript letters (21) of the 46 weekly letters sent by Lamb to his friend William Hone for inclusion in his "Everyday book." Together with a portrait of William Hone.

1 v. ([21] leaves) ; 36 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7680547

Princeton University Library

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