Commonplace book containing letters and poetry, [circa 1812-1827].

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Title: Commonplace book containing letters and poetry, [circa 1812-1827].
Published / Created: [circa 1812-1827]
Abstract: Manuscript commonplace book, in a single hand, containing copies of several letters of advice and copies of many lyric poems, sonnets, and epitaphs. Authors represented include Byron, Burns, Anna Barbauld, and R. S. Hawker. In addition, there are verses identified as written by members of the owner's social circle, including "Miss Bode."
Description: Binding: original full diced calf, worn.
Extent: 1 v. (133 p.) ; 21 cm.
Extent of Digitization: This object has been partially digitized.
Language: English

Format: mixed material
Genre: letters (correspondence) (AAT)
Manuscripts
Sayings
Subject (Topic): Conduct of life
English poetry--19th century
English prose literature--19th century

Access: Public
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Citation: Commonplace Book Containing Letters and Poetry. James Marshall and Marie-Louise Osborn Collection, Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, Yale University.