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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
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Ref NoMS 30/2/247
TitleElizabeth Montagu to James Beattie from Hill Square [London]
Date17 January 1775
Extent1 item
Administrative HistoryElizabeth 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
DescriptionApproves what Beattie says of Chesterfield's letters. Hawkesworth said many rash things in works though he was a good Christian.
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