Papers of and concerning Henry Brougham., 1828-1866.
Scope and Contents
Henry Peter Brougham, 1st Baron Brougham and Vaux, was a Whig politician and Lord Chancellor. He had a long political career and was involved in many of the politics of the early 19th century. In addition, Brougham co-founded 'The Edinburgh Review' and was instrumental in establishing the University of London.
This series contains letters and manuscripts of Brougham to John Murray [II] and John Murray [III]. The letters discuss business matters and publications relating to the Murray publishing house. There is also a bound manuscript by Brougham for an article for 'The Quarterly Review', which was published by John Murray. Finally, there are some miscellaneous items relating to Brougham, including a manuscript copy of a poem entitled 'Who Killed Lord Brougham?' and a photocopy of a different manuscript of the same poem.
Dates
- Creation: 1828-1866.
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Conditions Governing Use
Normal reprographic conditions apply, subject to any copyright restrictions.
Extent
0.00 Linear metres
Arrangement
The letters have been arranged in chronological order at the start of the subseries. The manuscript of the 'Quarterly Review' article follows, with the miscellaneous items placed at the end of the sequence.
Genre / Form
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
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