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These papers of Charles Brockden Brown, early American professional man of letters, reflect the cultural trends of the period in the United States. Among the items: manuscript of "Alcuin," 1797; his miscellaneous writings, 1793-1808, on religion, morals, ethics, poetry, politics, economi...
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| Collection: | Brown Family Papers |
| Collection Number: | 0084 |
| Format: | Manuscript |
| Language: | English |
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| Online Access: | Link to finding aid |
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2.33 Linear feet 2.33 linear feet, 1 box, 30 volumes |
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These papers of Charles Brockden Brown, early American professional man of letters, reflect the cultural trends of the period in the United States. Among the items: manuscript of "Alcuin," 1797; his miscellaneous writings, 1793-1808, on religion, morals, ethics, poetry, politics, economics.
The collection also includes: Elijah Brown journals, 1811, 1816, 1820, 1827, written while he was traveling in Europe and the United States, which describe scenes, natural phenomena, the construction of canals and dams, and philosophical and scientific subjects; Maurice Lisle memorandum books and journals, 1715-1717, which describe domestic and commercial affairs in Philadelphia; bankbook, 1823-1824, and an obituary record, 1804-1811.
The commonplace books of Elijah and Mary Brown containing articles and poems, chiefly from contemporary newspapers. A few letters and some materials that directly relate to Charles Brockden Brown are included. |