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Harcourt, fl. 1763-1791 to Catharine Macaulay

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01794.15 Author/Creator: Harcourt, fl. 1763-1791 Place Written: Harcourt House Type: Autograph letter signed Date: June 22, 1783 Pagination: 4p. : Height: 19 cm, Width: 15 cm Order a Copy

He mentions the recent conclusion of her great histories as models for future historical work. He expresses his annoyance with Parliament and their useless debates.

Macaulay, Catharine, 1731-1791
Harcourt, fl. 1763-1791

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