Letter from Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington to Sir William Somerville,
1840 June 3.
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Summary: | Lady Blesington discusses a story sent her by Somerville for her upcoming publication. |
In collection: | Letters sent to Sir William Somerville, Baron Athlumney,1840-1870 |
Format: | Manuscript |
Language: | English |
Notes: | The letter is written from Lady Blessington's home, Gore House, Kensington. Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington, was a writer of fiction and travel books as well as hosting a brilliant social salon in London. She devoted considerable time to editing the annual publications 'The Book of Beauty' and 'The Keepsake', writing much of the contents herself, but also soliciting contributions from the famous guests who frequented her salon. Physical description: 1 item (2 pages). more |
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Letter from Marguerite Gardiner, Countess of Blessington to Sir William Somerville,
1840 June 3.
In Collection: | Letters sent to Sir William Somerville, Baron Athlumney,1840-1870 |
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Description: | Lady Blesington discusses a story sent her by Somerville for her upcoming publication. |
Main Creator: | |
Language: | English |
Extent: | 1 item (2 pages). |
Format: | Manuscript |
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MS 50,324/9
(Manuscripts Reading Room) |
Rights: | Reproduction rights owned by the National Library of Ireland. |