James, George Payne Rainsford, 1799-1860
Dates
- Existence: 1799 - 1860
Biography
George Payne Rainsford James (9 August 1799 – 9 June 1860), was an English novelist and historical writer, the son of a physician in London. He was for many years British Consul at various places in the United States and on the Continent. He held the honorary office of British Historiographer Royal during the last years of William IV's reign.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
James George Payne Rainsford letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 858371
Mss 858371
Date(s):
1858-06-21
Scope and Contents
Two-page letter from George Payne Rainsford James in Richmond, Virginia to George Ticknor in Boston, telling him that he is sending Ticknor some of his literary efforts.