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CollectionGB 0231 University of Aberdeen, Special Collections
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Ref NoMS 30/2/658
TitleElizabeth Montagu to James Beattie from Sandleford
Date10 October 1791
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 Beattie and Montagu left so soon. Dear godson [Montagu] delicate. Schools work boys too hard and keep them too idle in holidays
Access StatusOpen
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