John Murray letters, 1812-circa 1836.

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John Murray letters, 1812-circa 1836.

The collection consists of two letters: to Dear sir (Prince Hoare), 29 April 1812, with personal news and details about publishing Hoare's work, including integral envelope; also, to Dear Madam (Lady Dacre), undated but circa 1836, about her translation of Petrarch's Ode to Italy, and mentioning other authors, including Byron, Southey, and Moore.

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Hoare, Prince, 1755-1834

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Prince Hoare, English playwright and artist. Originally a painter, he ceased to exhibit after 1785, turning his attention to play writing. His best-known production, a farce titled, "No Song, No Supper," was first acted at Drury Lane Theatre in 1790. From the description of Prince Hoare manuscript material : 5 items, 1790-1819 (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 326881408 English artist and author. From the description of Autograph letter signed : Brig...

Murray, John, 1778-1843

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John Murray was an important and successful British publisher. He was among the first publishers to form connections with authors, notably Byron, and traveled in literary circles. A consummate businessman, he was often guided by his Tory principles; he founded the Quarterly Review in part to give voice to his political views. From the description of John Murray letter to General Malcolm, ca. 1812. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 51999696 Britis...

Dacre, Barbarina, Lady, 1767-1854

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Barbarina Brand, Lady Dacre, English poet and playwright. From the description of Lady Dacre manuscript material : 2 items, ca. 1821 (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 173487273 From the guide to the Lady Dacre manuscript material : 2 items, ca. 1821, (The New York Public Library. Carl H. Pforzheimer Collection of Shelley and His Circle.) ...