Ticknor, George, 1791-1871

Dates

Existence: 1791 - 1871

Biography

George Ticknor was born in Boston, Massachusetts on August 1, 1791. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1807, but continued his study of Latin and Greek privately. He was admitted to the bar in 1813, but realized soon after that he was attracted more to classics than to the law. In 1815, he sailed for England and remained in Europe for the next four years where he moved among society, literary, and scientific circles and spent twenty months at the University of Göttingen in Germany. In 1816, he was offered a professorship in French and Spanish at Harvard College. After spending time in Spain he accepted the position in 1819, holding it until 1835, after which he returned to Europe. Upon Ticknors return to the US in 1838, he wrote "History of Spanish Literature" which was published in 1849. From 1823 to 1832, he was a trustee of the Boston Athenaeum and in 1852, helped to establish the Boston Public Library on which board he served from 1852-1866. George Ticknor died on January 26, 1871.

Found in 446 Collections and/or Records:

Nathaniel Bowditch letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 833140.1

Mss 833140.1

Date(s): 1833-01

Abstract

In English.

Peter Stephen DePonceau letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 825623

Mss 825623

Date(s): 1825-11-23

Abstract

In English.

Peter Stephen DuPonceau letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 825176.1

Mss 825176.1

Date(s): 1825-02-26

Abstract

In English.

Philip Henry Stanhope, 5th Earl of Stanhope letters

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 850476

Mss 850476

Date(s): 1850-08-26 to 1864-07-25

Scope and Contents

Letters from Philip Henry Stanhope, 5th Earl of Stanhop to George Ticknor in Boston in which he thanks Ticknor for a book on the War of the Spanish succession which mentnions General James Stanhope. Mentions Prescott and Choate. Ticknor is favorably mentioned in Southey's book. Also talks about Crystal Palace and some controversy with Sparks as well as the popularity of "Uncle Tom's Cabin," Frothingham. Also about letter of introduction for his two sons.

Prince Giustiniani letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 818530.1

Mss 818530.1

Date(s): 1818-09-30

Abstract

In English.

Richard Ford letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 856405

Mss 856405

Date(s): 1856-07-05

Scope and Contents

Three-page letter from Richard Ford to George Ticknor, telling him that he will be glad to show Ticknor his books and their contents.

Richard Ford letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 850262

Mss 850262

Date(s): 1850-04-12

Abstract

In English.

Richard Henry Dana letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 838205

Mss 838205

Date(s): 1838-03-05

Abstract

In English.

Richard Henry Dana letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 835228

Mss 835228

Date(s): 1835-03-28

Abstract

In English.

Richard Henry Dana letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 827419

Mss 827419

Date(s): 1827-07-19

Scope and Contents

Two-page letter from Richard Henry Dana in Cambridge to Professior Ticknor in Boston in which he inquires about the details of publishing his poems. He can give extracts from Bryant's letter. They can communicate through C.T. Channing. Speaks of Ticknor writing notices for his works.

Richard Henry Dana letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 827454

Mss 827454

Date(s): 1827-08-04

Scope and Contents

Letter from Richard Henry Dana to Professor Ticknor in Boston, in which he inquires about progress in getting his poetry published.

Richard Henry Dana letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 836651.1

Mss 836651.1

Date(s): 1836-12-01

Scope and Contents

Four-page letter from Richard Henry Dana to George Ticknor in Paris in which he describes his illness. His classes are going well. Gives news of his family. There is little literary spirits in society. Bryant and Holmes have published more.

Richard Henry Dana letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 842277

Mss 842277

Date(s): 1842-04-27

Scope and Contents

Two-page letter from Richard Henry Dana to George Ticknor in which he comments on the likeness of Longfellow, Sprague, Bryant, Halleck and himself on Griswold's frontispiece. Griswold made one or two mistakes.

Richard Henry Dana letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 837454.1

Mss 837454.1

Date(s): 1837-08-04

Scope and Contents

Four-page letter from Richard Henry Dana in Boston to George Ticknor in Paris in which he gives news of himself and his family. Allston must be humored. Speaks at length on his ideas of human nature.

Richard Henry Dana papers

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 843352

Mss 843352

Date(s): 1843 to 1848

Abstract

In English.

Richard Henry Wilde letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 838478

Mss 838478

Date(s): 1838-08-28

Abstract

In English.

Richard Lepsius letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 856501

Mss 856501

Date(s): 1856-09-01

Scope and Contents

Letter from Richard Lepsius to George Ticknor at the Hotel, St. Petersburg, telling him that he regrets that he missed Ticknor's visit. Suggests meeting tonight.

Robert Jamieson letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 819900.6

Mss 819900.6

Date(s): 1819

Abstract

In English.

Robert Monsey Rolfe, Lord Cranworth letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 864476.3

Mss 864476.3

Date(s): 1864-08-26

Scope and Contents

Six-page letter from Robert Monsey Rolfe, Lord Cranworth in Holwood to George Ticknor, telling him that Lady Cranworth is pleased to have her photograph in Ticknor's Library. Talks of the war and the feelings of the British. (Missing)

Robert Monsey Rolfe, Lord Cranworth letter

Item 1

Identifier: Mss 866480.3

Mss 866480.3

Date(s): 1866-08-30

Scope and Contents

Eleven-page letter from Robert Monsey Rolfe, Lord Cranworth in Holwood to George Ticknor, telling him that Lady Cranworth enjoyed his letter. Speaks of the problem arising from the war. Emancipation is a problem as is slavery. Mentions European politics.