Collections from which were purchased many of the curiosities at Strawberry Hill, viz. / T. Kirgate, [between 1797 and 1810?].

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Collections from which were purchased many of the curiosities at Strawberry Hill, viz. / T. Kirgate, [between 1797 and 1810?].

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[4] p. ; 25 cm.

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Kirgate, Thomas -1810

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Strawberry Hill (Twickenham, London, England)

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Walpole, Horace, 1717-1797

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Dr. John Allen (1771-1843) was a political and historical writer. In 1791 he graduated with an MD from the University of Edinburgh. In 1801, in his capacity as a doctor, he accompanied Lord Holland to Spain, and on his return to England became a regular inmate of Holland House. Although he served in 1806 as under-secretary to the commissioners for treating with America, Allen is best known for his social life at Holland House, especially as documented in his diary. He also helped Lord Holland to...