English commonplace book on observations relating to human abnormalities and natural phenomena

Collection

Identifier: MSS 2/217

Scope and Contents

English commonplace book, compiled by an unknown author by 1795, containing observations and historical anecdotes relating to human abnormalities, including dwarfs and giants, longevity and rejuvenation, and multiple births, as well as natural phenomena, such as fires and earthquakes. Many anecdotes are dated and contain citations to sources.

Dates

circa 1795

Extent

1 volume (220 pages)

Language of Materials

English

Subjects

Finding Aid & Administrative Information

Title: English commonplace book on observations relating to human abnormalities and natural phenomena
Language of description: Undetermined
Script of description: Code for undetermined script