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the experience of reading in Britain, from 1450 to 1945...

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R.A.

 

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R.A., alias J.F.: 'He [uncle] sent me to an excellent school where I stayed two years. After leaving school I perused a vast number of novels and romances. I hardly ever went out of doors. I lived in a land of dreams. I was put to various occupations but nothing could please my fancy; at last I was bound to a surgeon, and while in his service I got entangled with bad associates.'

Century: 1800-1849     Reader/Listener/Group: R.A.      Print: Book, Serial / periodical

  

Dr Russell : Verses

'Dear Madam, Dr. Russell's verses are very highly welcomed. I like them very much. There is great simplicit, neatness and elegance in them.'

Century: 1800-1849     Reader/Listener/Group: R.A. Davenport      Print: Book

 

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