Observations, anecdotes and characters of books and men, [ca. 1770].

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Observations, anecdotes and characters of books and men, [ca. 1770].

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Manuscript fair copy of Spence's work, made shortly after his death for presentation to his patron, the Duke of Newcastle.

4 v.

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Spence, Joseph, 1699-1768

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Joseph Spence (1699-1768), anecdotist and professor of poetry in New College, Oxford, is best known for his Essay on Pope's Odyssey (1727) and his Anecdotes, Observations and Characters of Books and Men (1820), published posthumously. From the description of Joseph Spence papers, 1649-1859 (bulk 1739-1768). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 702138266 ...