A catalogue of the library of the right honble earl of Chesterfield, at Ethrope, Bucks., by A. Edwards, 1778 June.

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A catalogue of the library of the right honble earl of Chesterfield, at Ethrope, Bucks., by A. Edwards, 1778 June.

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Holograph catalogue of Philip Stanhope, Earl of Chesterfield's library at Ethrope. The manuscript begins with an explanation of the shelving system at the library, followed by an index to the volume which divides the work by book size and language. The entries for each book include information about their shelving position and date published, and include historical, scientific, artistic, and literary works, as well as works on law and architecture. Holdings include biblical commentaries; John Dryden's plays; poems by Stephen Duck; numerous collections of prints and drawings, including William Hogarth's Collection of Prints and Darly's Collection of Caricatures; dictionaries in English, Italian, and French; Thomas Betterton's History of the English stage; and Horace Walpole's History of the royal and noble authors. The manuscript also includes several collections of musical works, including Cervetto's 6 Solos for the violincello and bass.

1 v. (55 leaves) ; 30 cm.

Yale University, Lewis Walpole Library

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