Letters and poems of Robert Hogg to John and Margaret Aitken.
Scope and Contents
The collection consists of three autograph letters addressed by Robert Hogg (1802-1832), nephew of James Hogg the poet, to John and Margaret Aitken, mostly on his uncle`s affairs. It also contains two poems possibly addressed to Mrs Aitken.
Dates
- Creation: 1822 and undated.
Conditions Governing Access
Normal access conditions apply.
Extent
0.01 Linear metres (10 folios.)
Language of Materials
English
Physical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Manuscripts in ink, various sizes but mostly 4to (about 230 x 185 mm); altogether nine pages plus four address pages; in fine condition.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Bought, 2010, from Christopher Edwards, Wallingford, Oxfordshire.4 June 2010
Appraisal
All the material has been retained.
Subject
Genre / Form
- Title
- National Library of Scotland Catalogue of Manuscripts
- Author
- National Library of Scotland
- Description rules
- Finding Aid Prepared Using Local Descriptive Rules
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the National Library of Scotland Archives and Manuscripts Division Repository
Archives and Manuscript Division
National Library of Scotland
George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EJ
0131 623 3700
manuscripts@nls.uk