Volume compiled by John Mitford relating to William Beckford

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MS. Eng. misc. d. 1459

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Containing extracts from the New Monthly Magazine, 71 (1844), relating to Beckford, some prints and cuttings, and letters of and about Beckford. Front board detached.

Dates

Creation: 1843-1844

Extent

76 Leaves

Language of Materials

English

Preferred Citation

Oxford, Bodleian Libraries [followed by shelfmark and folio or page reference, e.g. MS. Eng. misc d. 1459, fols. 1-2].

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Shelfmark:

MS. Eng. misc. d. 1459

Collection ID (for staff)

CMD ID 22236

Additional Description

Abstract

Volume compiled by John Mitford relating to William Beckford

Biographical / Historical

John Mitford (1781-1859) was a Church of England clergyman and literary scholar. He was editor of the Gentleman's Magazine from 1834 until 1850. For further details see the Oxford Dictionary of National Biography.

Custodial History

Owned by John Mitford, 1844 (signature, and notes by him, fol. 4); inscribed (fol. 1v) 'Gave = 2. 3./. at Mitfordâ€™s sale, 24th April 1860' â€“ Leigh, Sotheby & Wilkinson, lot 195; bought by 'Murton, Stratford Place, Camden Town'.