Letters of David Hume., 1727-1776, undated.
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of a) drafts of letters of David Hume, and letters received by him and in his possession at his death; b) the manuscripts of Hume's writings, published and unpublished, which were in his possession at his death; c) letters of Hume (some copies) which were returned by the recipients or their heirs to Baron Hume.
Included are manuscripts of some of David Hume's works, circa 1750-1776; and some related papers, 18th-19th centuries. Also, some papers concerning the collection and its use (in MS.23163) and an annotated copy of the calendar of it (MS.23164).
Dates
- Creation: 1727-1776, undated.
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reproduction conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
2 Volumes
Language of Materials
From the Series: Undetermined
Arrangement
The letters are arranged alphabetically by recipient.
Bibliography
Genre / Form
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk