A selection of modern poems [manuscript], 1785.

1 item ; 23 x 19 cm

Some of the poems are probably William's own. Authors of some others are identified. The pieces treat such subjects as slavery, the death of Major André, and New York and one is an extract from Shakespeare (Richard II, II, i, 40-50). Many of the pieces are subscribed with a date and "New York," etc. Largely, if not entirely, compiled in New York from 1785-1790. At the front, a copy of the tomb of George Warner (1751?-1825); at the end some medical recipes. On the back cover: "Azarias Williams, Merchant, New York, no. 58 Water Street." On front cover: "Anna J. Maria" and armorial bookplate of Azarias Williams.

Pasteboard covers, much decayed.

United States -- New York (State) -- New York.

M.a.116

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