The 'Merton' and 'Dowden' Manuscripts relating to John Donne
MSS. Eng. th. c. 71, e. 102; Eng. poet. e. 99
Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford
Description
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Title
The 'Merton' and 'Dowden' Manuscripts relating to John Donne
Shelfmark
MSS. Eng. th. c. 71, e. 102; Eng. poet. e. 99
Summary
The 'Merton' and 'Dowden' Manuscripts relating to John Donne
Date
Early 17th century
Language
English
Physical extent
0.33 Linear metres
3 boxes
Custodial history
The 'Merton' MS. was owned by a H.F. during the 17th century; in the 19th century the MS. appears to have been the property of Mr. J.P. Collier, whose address is inscribed inside the upper cover.
The first 'Dowden' MS., MS. Eng. th. e. 102, was given by [William] Gregg of Ilkeston Park to ?J.W., [possibly John Wylson, rector of Ilkeston, Derbs.], 29 May 1683. Both Dowden MSS. were later owned by Edward Dowden. All three MSS were subsequently owned by Wilfred Merton.
Acquisition
Given to the Library in 1960.
Subject
Sermons
Poetry
17th century
