Letters, 1822-1826, of John Barrow to John Murray II, with related letters. The letters concern his own publications, including articles for the Quarterly Review, but also his reading of books, articles and manuscripts by other authors on subjects of interest to him. He gives advice on the publication of works on travel and exploration. The letters are arranged in chronological order.

1822: folios 1-14;

1823: folios 15-44; (1)

1824: folios 45-64; (2)

1825: folios 65-102;

1826: folios 103-138. (3)

1. Includes letters, July (undated) 1823 and 14 November 1823, of Anna Barrow to John Murray II: folios 35-36 and 43-44.

2. Includes letter, 7 June 1824, of John Barrow to William Gifford: folios 55-56.

3. Includes letters, 7 April and 10 October 1826, of Anna Barrow to John Murray II: folios 113-114 and 129-130.