Commonplace book of letters and poetry, 1780-1828.

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Commonplace book of letters and poetry, 1780-1828.

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Commonplace book, compiler unknown. Includes many autograph letters, inscriptions, poetry, pen-and-ink and watercolor sketches, and amusing or interesting anecdotes on a variety of topics. Dates found on entries range from 1780-1828. Includes an ALS from William Cowper to Mrs. Newton, Dec. 17, 1780 containing eight stanzas of poetry, beginning "Between nose and eyes, a strange contest arose." Also includes other ALsS from Cowper to Wm. Wilberforce, Claude Buchanan, John Newton, etc.

1 v. (106 leaves) ; 24 cm.

Princeton University Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7681807

Princeton University Library

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