Papers of Richard Smith [manuscript], ca. 1633-ca. 1670.

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Smith, Richard, 1590-1675. Papers of Richard Smith [manuscript], ca. 1633-ca. 1670.

Papers of Richard Smith [manuscript], ca. 1633-ca. 1670.

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This collection contains fair copies, drafts, and notes in Richard Smith's hand including several translations of Latin poems initialed R.S. (Most of the poems are in the Folger's First line index.) The topics represent many of Richard Smith's interests, particularly those relating to the Church of England and other religious issues: writings and notes on the Bishops and Archibishops of England, Christ's descent into hell, a collection of short essays on religious and secular topics, rites and ceremonies of the church (presumably the Church of England), and indulgences. A significant portion of Series 1 consists of working notes and draft of a work entitled "A collection of all the Archbishops and Bishops of the Realm of England since An[no] D[omi]ni MDCXVI unto An[no] D[omi]ni 1660," intended as a continuation of A catalogue of the Bishops of England by Francis Godwin. Also includes a drawing of the coats of arms of archbishops and bishops, and twenty-two engraved portraits by Wenceslas Hollar and others (two in duplicate). Collection of autograph manuscripts, drafts, and notes together with 22 contemporary engraved portraits: Collection of Archbpps & Bishops ... since MDCXVI unto 1660 with 22 contp. engr. portraits inserted; a collection of short essays on many topics [The wonders of the World] Mr. Haynes Discourse of Christes Descension into Hell; Indulgences; Of Judas Iscarlot & Pontius Pilat; & [Notes on The Dedication of various English Churches]

642 leaves ; ill.

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