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Autograph letter from Jane Austen to her sister Cassandra Austen, [14-15 Jan 1796]
Two leaves quarto, red wafer seal. Addressed to Cassandra at 'The Rev. Mr. Fowle's, Kintbury, Newbury', the letter was written from Steventon and signed 'J: Austen'.In the letter, Jane refers to their family and acquaintances, including Tom Lefroy and Jane's other 'Admirers', and the upcoming ball.Note on dating: the letter has the postmark JA 16 96.
Shelfmark: MS. 21838, fols.1-2
Extents: 2 Leaves
Dates:
[14-15 Jan 1796]
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Autograph letter from Jane Austen to her sister Cassandra Austen, [15-16 Sep 1813]
Written from Henrietta Street [London] and addressed to 'Miss Austen, Chawton, By favour of Mr Gray'.Jane refers to her visit to London, including an account of the journey there, and trips to the theatre, shopping, and to the dentist. Jane also mentions family and acquaintances, fashion, favourable opinions of Pride and Prejudice by Lady Robert [Kerr] and [Warren] Hastings, and (briefly) Sense and Sensibility.Four…
Shelfmark: MS. 21838, fols.3-6
Extents: 4 Leaves
Dates:
[15-16 Sep 1813]