Record

RefNoMS/859/2/122
LevelItem
TitleLetter from Sophia Iselin, Cheltenham, to Charles Hatchett, Belle Vue House, Chelsea
CreatorIselin; Sophia (fl.1820s-1840s); British poet
RecipientHatchett; Charles (1765-1847); British chemist
Date22 June 1836
DescriptionShe presents Hatchett with a copy of some music composed by her sister [Eliza Iselin]. She is self-taught but the composition is much admired and 'approved of by masters of eminence'. She has consented to publish it and Sophia asks if Hatchett will 'give it yr. good word'. She gives family news and sends regards to Mrs Hatchett.
Extent3p.
FormatManuscript
PhysicalDescriptionInk on paper
AccessStatusOpen
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