A commonplace book containing lists of toasts, dances, songs and quotations assembled by Christopher Finn. A section entitled "Elegant extracts" appears to be an extract from "The unfashionable wife. A novel" (published in London, 1772), perhaps to be used for recitation. The section "Matter for letters" contains suggests for well-turned phrases for the beginning, middle, and 'subscription'. The last page contains instructions to the person who might find this volume, promising a reward; he provides not only his own address but those of two friends, one in Birmingham and one London and a note to his friends assuring them than he will re-imburse them the price of postage and the reward to the finder, clear evidence of how important this volume was to the author
Alternative Title:
Company keepers companion and Chrisr. Finn's book, written Decemr. [the] 20th, 1797
Description:
Christopher Finn was a Dubliner who resided at No. 20 Winetavern Street., In English., Title from title page., Bound in original marbled paper wrapped around seven sheets of paper to create the effect of a soft board; two card endpapers to the front only. Original blotting sheet loosely inserted. Ink stamp "C:F 3" to front board., and For further information, consult library staff.
Subject (Geographic):
Ireland and Great Britain.
Subject (Topic):
Social life and customs, Political ballads and songs, Irish, and Toasts
