Autograph manuscripts of dramas and other works of Sir David Erskine., Early 19th century.
Scope and Contents
(i) `The Cottagers of Glenburnie, or The Jolly Ensign`, a drama. The paper is watermarked 1827. (Folios 1-43).
(ii) `Tam o` Shanter, or Apparition Opera and Orgies`, a drama. The paper is watermarked 1827. (Folios 44-90).
(iii) `Should auld acquaintance be forgot, or Commemoration of Robert Burns. A Mask or Opera. 1829`. Two copies, (Folios 91-132, 133-179).
(iv) `The Port Patrick Post Coach, or Newton Stewart in Modern Times`, a drama. The paper is watermarked 1827. (Folios 180-248).
(v) `Tricks upon Travellers, or The Worbling Waiting Maid`, a drama. The paper is watermarked 1829. (Folios 249-275).
(vi) `The Abbey of Arbroath in Ancient Times, with its Monks, Abbess and its Nuns`, a drama. The paper is watermarked 1828. (Folios 276-323).
Dates
- Creation: Early 19th century.
Extent
0.00 Linear metres (i + 323 folios. Folio and under.)
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Existence and Location of Copies
Microfilms available:
Mf.Sec.MSS.115;
Mf.Sec.MSS.760.
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Archives and Manuscript Division
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