Essays in the Greek class, [ca. 1811-1813].

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Essays in the Greek class, [ca. 1811-1813].

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Manuscript of a text on the history, grammar and usage of the Greek language, with some comments on classical Greek drama and literature. Probably written during Gandy's employment in Greece by the Society of Dilettanti, the manuscript mentions recent discoveries of inscriptions by Lord Elgin and refers to both Elgin and Sir William Gell as "Friends of the Muses."

1 v. (550 p.) ; 21 x 19 cm.

Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Society of Dilettanti (London, England)

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Private English organization of antiquarians. From the description of Records, 1736-1908 [microform]. (Getty Research Institute). WorldCat record id: 84922741 The Society of Dilettanti, founded in 1734, was an informal organization of English collectors and artits which contributed to the neo-classical movement by sponsoring study and fostering interest in the remains of classical antiquity. Providing financial assistance, the society sent archaeological expeditions to Italy...

Elgin, Thomas Bruce, Earl of, 1766-1841

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British politician. From the description of Letter and ephemera, 1806-1849. (Getty Research Institute). WorldCat record id: 78736102 ...

Gell, William, Sir, 1777-1836

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Epithet: of Add MS 37884 British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000446.0x0003ce English archaeologist and traveller. From the description of Autograph letters signed (5) : Grasmere, "Strawberry Hill," Venice, London, and Naples, to his aunt, Mrs. Smith, 1798 July 23-1822 Oct. 26. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 269590540 From the description of Autograph letter signed : Naples, to Mrs. Edward Lytto...

Gandy, John P. (John Peter), 1787-1850

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