Miller, Thomas (08/31/1807-10/24/1874), 1835 - 1842

File — Box: 1, Folder: 36

Content Description

From the Collection:

Collection of manuscript poems by 56 minor British poets. Includes prose and 3 photographs. Poets include: Alfred Austin, Mary Elizabeth Braden, "Alfred Crowquill," Francis Jeffrey, J. Sheridan Knowles, Lord John Russell, Charles Augustus Sala, and Martin F. Tupper.

Dates

Other: 1835 - 1842

Conditions Governing Access

Most manuscripts collections at the Georgetown University Booth Family Center for Special Collections are open to researchers; however, restrictions may apply to some collections. Collections stored off site require a minimum of three days for retrieval. For use of all manuscripts collections, researchers are advised to contact the Booth Family Center for Special Collections in advance of any visit.

Biographical / Historical

Born in Lincolnshire, Miller tried his hand at several trades before opening his own basket-making business in Nottingham in 1831. Miller then moved to London, where he produced over 45 volumes of poetry and novels, but was not financially successful.

Extent

From the Collection: 0.5 Cubic Feet (1 Hollinger document case.)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

General

Title: “Morning”, London November 11, 1842 Title: “The Evening Hymn” London, June 4, 1835 – fragile condition, many folds and tears Letter to W. H. Harrison, March 23, 1838