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Letter to William Makepeace Thackeray, 1798 February 24

 Item — Box: [15]
Call Number: MSS 29

Scope and Contents

Dr. Thackeray has been called out of retirement for his “Talents and Virtues." Piozzi discusses her health and the current war effort. People mentioned: Dr. Thackeray's mother, Mr. Piozzi, Sir Lucas Pepys, Dr. Haygarth, Buonaparte, Milton, Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton and their daughter, and Mr. Holman.

Dates

  • 1798 February 24

Creator

Physical Description

4 pages (2 leaves) : autograph letter, signed ; 22 x 19 cm.

Conditions Governing Access

From the Collection:

The materials are open for research.

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

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