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Letters of and concerning Richard Ford, including typescript transcriptions., 1837-1907, ? 4th quarter 20th century.

 Sub-Series
Identifier: MSS.42224-42229

Scope and Contents

Richard Ford wrote letters to his publisher, John Murray [III], for more than twenty years. The letters contain details relating to the publications, family, opinions and life of Richard Ford and provide insight into the publishing process of some of his most important works. There are also letters relating to Ford, including letters of his wife and his son.

In addition, there are typescript transcriptions of letters of Ford to the art dealer, Dominic Colnaghi. These typescript transcriptions would appear to have been made in the 4th quarter of the 20th century.

Dates

  • Creation: 1837-1907, ? 4th quarter 20th century.

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

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Conditions Governing Use

Normal reprographic conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.

Extent

6 Folders

Language of Materials

English

Arrangement

The letters of Ford have been placed in chronological order, before the letters relating to Ford. The transcriptions have then been ordered at the end of the sequence.

Repository Details

Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository

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