Notes on the life of Rev. James Mitchell, Mid to late 19th century
Scope and Contents
The notebook contains notes on the life of Rev. James Mitchell, who once tutored Sir Walter Scott. The author is anonymous, but the notebook may have been compiled by multiple authors, especially given that there are two distinct handwriting styles in the document.
Dates
- Creation: Mid to late 19th century
Language of Materials
English
Physical Description
One notebook made of paper, loosely bound with modern string, with a damaged front and back cover. Pages are in excellent condition. Handwriting clear, although faded in some places. Due to the damaged cover and fragile string, pages may be liable to becoming separated from the notebook.
Conditions Governing Access
Open. Please contact the repository in advance.
Extent
1 notebook
Previous reference
Mackinnon 8/5
Physical Description
One notebook made of paper, loosely bound with modern string, with a damaged front and back cover. Pages are in excellent condition. Handwriting clear, although faded in some places. Due to the damaged cover and fragile string, pages may be liable to becoming separated from the notebook.
Physical Facet
Material: Paper
Binding: String and modern folio (damaged)
Dimensions
13 cm x 21 cm
Subject
- Mitchell, James, Rev., 1763-1835 (Church of Scotland minister and tutor to Sir Walter Scott) (Person)
Creator
- From the Fonds: Mackinnon, Donald, 1839-1914 (Professor of Celtic, University of Edinburgh) (Author, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the University of Edinburgh Library Heritage Collections Repository
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