1. Add MS 36933
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Add MS 36933
- Title:
- ARTICLES of agreement between John Dryden, of the parish of St. Anne, co. Middlesex, esq., and Jacob Tonson, stationer, of London, for the translation by the former of the works of Virgil ; 15 June, 1694. Signed by Tonson; with seal of arms. Witnessed by William Congreve, the dramatist. Tonson covenants to pay 200l., to " provide 100 plates us'd formerly with Oglebys Virgil," and to procure 100 subscribers at 5 guineas each. The translation was published in July, 1697. Vellum sheet, 2 ft. 1/...
- Scope & Content:
- Virgil: Agreement for Dryden's translation of: 1694. Jacob Tonson: Agreement with J. Dryden for a translation of Virgil: 1694. John Dryden: Agreement with J. Tonson for his translation of Virgil: 1694. William Congreve, dramatist: Witness: 1694.
- Collection Area:
- Western Manuscripts
- Languages:
- English
- Date Range:
- 15 Jun 1694
- Extent:
- 1 item