"Night; a poem, in four books;" in blank verse
MS. Rawl. C. 778
Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford
Description
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Title
"Night; a poem, in four books;" in blank verse
Shelfmark
MS. Rawl. C. 778
Summary
The original rough copy, with many alterations, dated on fol. 29b, "Feb. 7, 1727." [By James Ralph.]
Beg. "Lo! sable night ascends the dusky air, / And spreads her deep'ning shadows all around."
Date
7 Feb 1727
Language
English
Physical facet
On paper, in octavo
Physical extent
31 Leaves
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Collection contents
Rawlinson C: History, Theology
"Night; a poem, in four books;" in blank verse
