Letters of and to John Francis Campbell during and after publication of ‘Popular Tales of the West Highlands’., 1860-1862.
Sub-Series
Identifier: Adv.MS.50.2.1(I-II)
Scope and Contents
The early part of the manuscript contains letters principally from the publisher, David Douglas of Edinburgh, discussing details of printing and publication, while the latter part contains letters from various people giving their reactions to his work. The Ossianic controversy is also discussed, particularly by Hector Maclean.
At the end (folio 410) is a list of correspondents with whom Campbell dealt while gathering information.
Dates
- Creation: 1860-1862.
Language of Materials
From the Sub-Series:
English; Scottish Gaelic
Extent
0.00 Linear metres (2 boxes.)
Genre / Form
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Contact:
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
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Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
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manuscripts@nls.uk
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk