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John Duke of Saxony letters

 Collection
Identifier: Mss 840940
Mss 840940

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Description

Letters from John, Duke of Saxony to George Ticknor in which he discusses his literary work, particularly concerning Dante, current literature, German politics, including the Revolution of 1848 and the Franco-Prussion War. Two letters to Anna Ticknor after her husband's death are in German. Includes incomplete transcript of letters and correspondence relative to their publication under the title: "Briefwechsel König Johanns von Sachsen mit George Ticknor" (Leipzig, 1920).

Dates

  • 1840 - 1871

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

Unrestricted

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright on this material has not been evaluated. You are free to use this material in any way that is permitted by copyright that applies to your use.

Extent

.01 linear ft. (4 envelope) : 28 items

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

In English.

Part of the Rauner Library Archives and Manuscripts Repository

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