Jane Porter Poem

Collection

Identifier: MSS 0189

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection includes an autographed poem signed "J.P." entitled "Earl Morie - a Ballad" with an autograph note at the foot, undated. The poem is a sad story of the death of the Earl sung by one who also seeks "the Field of Glory." The note identifies the poem as "One of my Bagatelle songs for Moira."

Dates

Other: 1776 - 1850

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright is retained by the creators of items in these papers, or their descendants, as stipulated by United States copyright law. Manuscript collections and archival records may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information. Please see our Sensitive Materials Statement.

Biographical / Historical

Jane Porter was a British poet and Novelist who lived between 1776-1850.

Extent

0.01 Linear Feet (1 folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Jane Porter was a British poet and novelist who lived between 1776 and 1850. She was the sister of Robert Ker Porter.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Purchased from John Wilson (Autographs) Ltd. in 2001.

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