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Roper, William, 1496-1578 (biographer of Sir Thomas More)

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Dates

  • Existence: 1496 - 1578

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Sir Thomas More's Life by his Son in Law, William Roper, sixteenth century

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Mm.04.21
Scope and Contents From the Collection: Many manuscripts acquired by the University Library before the middle of the nineteenth century either originated as or were made up into bound volumes, and were classified alongside printed material. Most carry what is known as a 'two-letter' reference, running (for western manuscripts) from Dd.1.1 through to Oo.7.60. They comprise mainly medieval and early modern manuscripts. This catalogue is based on entries for western post-medieval manuscripts in the 5-volume Catalogue of the...
Dates: sixteenth century
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