Wilson, John, 1785-1854 ("Christopher North", Scottish advocate, literary critic, author)

Scope and Contents Commonplace book of John Wilson of Whitehaugh (1785-1854). The manuscript volume is split into several sections, with pagination beginning anew.Section 1: 'The Doctrine of Rising in Life, taken chiefly from Lord Bacon'. This section includes both practical and philosophical advice, as well as a valuation of Wilson's assets at p.[1]76. Section spans pp.[1]1-84. Indexed at pages [1]85-86. The 'Lord Bacon' referenced is Francis Bacon,...