John Courtenay letters to Dr. Edmond Malone and Mr. Lucas, 1790-1798.

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John Courtenay letters to Dr. Edmond Malone and Mr. Lucas, 1790-1798.

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Two ALS written from London to Dr. Edmond Malone, discussing Malone's edition of Shakespeare, the political situation, William Jephson, and James Boswell. The first, dated Feb 22 is signed J.C.; the second, dated 15 Dec 1790 has the signature J. Courtenay clipped and pasted at the end. Accompanied by 1 undated ALS written from Powderham Castle to a Mr. Lucas; endorsed Lord Courtenay Novb. 3/98 in an unidentified hand.

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Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Courtenay, John, 1738-1816

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