Manuscripts: Borrow, D., 1850 - 1872
Scope and Contents
This series consists of diaries, manuscripts, and other publications related to the works of prominent British writers spanning several centuries from the 1600s to 1800s. It includes the diary of Sir Edward Dering (1598-1644) dealing with the courtship of Mrs. Bennett; a wealthy widow whom he wished to marry. He mentions acquaintances with whom he wished to plead his case for marriage including Isaac Walton, Sir George Crook, Sir Henry Wooten. The series also contains manuscripts from George Henry Borrow (1803-1883), the 19th century poet Andrew Lang, and reviews and publications of William Makepeace Thackeray’s works.
Dates
- Creation: 1850 - 1872
Creator
- From the Collection: Stuart de Rothesay, Charles Stuart, Baron, 1779-1845 (Person)
- From the Collection: Thackeray, William Makepeace, 1811-1863 (Person)
- From the Collection: Yonge, Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mary), 1823-1901 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open to the public and must be used in the John M.K. Davis Reading Room of the Watkinson Library, Trinity College Library, Hartford, Connecticut. Researchers must register and agree to copyright and privacy laws when using this collection.
Extent
From the Collection: 1.5 Cubic Feet (4 flat boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the Watkinson Library - Archival Collections Repository
Trinity College Library
300 Summit St.
Hartford Connecticut 06106