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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
LevelItem
Ref NoMS 30/2/569
TitleElizabeth Montagu to James Beattie from Sandleford
Date20 August 1788
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
DescriptionRegrets not seeing Beattie at Sandleford this summer. Wants Beattie's slavery essay published. Glad Creech soliciting publication of abridgement of Beattie's lectures. Heard from Lord Harcourt yesterday that King's health perfectly established. Pleased to hear Mrs Arbuthnot well. Looks forward to sending annuity
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