Letter [from Henry, Baron Herbert to Katherine, Lady Herbert of Chirbury (née Newport)]

Scope and Content

The author writes of: a show in Sir Allen Apsley's house; compositions of music; the skills of the recipient in harmony; her ability and how impressed he is, calling her the world's wonder; his pleasure at her writing. He mentions his brother Richard; her brother Frank who drinks cider at Colonel Fox; his sister; going to Shrewsbury and seeing her in London. He offers his wishes to Lady Newport at Twickenham. Written from Oakly Park.

Administrative / Biographical History

Henry Herbert, 4th Baron Herbert of Chirbury. Lady Herbert of Chirbury (1653-1716)