| Administrative History | Elizabeth Montagu [1720-1800] She met Dr Gregory in 1766, and he introduced her to Beattie's Poems on Several Subjects, which she admired. Beattie met her in 1771, during his visit to London, and they remained close friends until her death. She was an active promoter of Beattie's advancement and she became his principal adviser on literary matters. His final collection of poems was dedicated to her in 1784 |
| Description | Undated part of a letter from Elizabeth Montagu to James Beattie, mentioning that she has been reading Dr Bryant's [Jacob Bryant (bap. 1717, d. 1804), antiquary and classical scholar] 'Analysis of Ancient Mythology', Mr Warton's 'History of Poetry' and Lord Chesterfield's letters. Letter criticises Chesterfield's letters, mentions Mrs Montagu's health and her dining with Mrs ?Wilmots, where she will meet the Garricks. Letter mentions Beattie's portrait in an exhibition.
Sections of the letter have been scored out. |