Letters of the Late Ignatius Sancho, an African by Ignatius Sancho

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Author Sancho, Ignatius, 1729-1780
Contributor Jekyll, Joseph, 1754-1837
Title Letters of the Late Ignatius Sancho, an African
To Which Are Prefixed, Memoirs of His Life
Original Publication United Kingdom: J. Nichols,1784.
Credits Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "Letters of the Late Ignatius Sancho, an African" by Ignatius Sancho is a collection of letters written in the late 18th century. The letters provide a fascinating insight into the life, thoughts, and experiences of Ignatius Sancho, a former slave who became a prominent figure in British society. The topics explored in his correspondence include friendship, philanthropy, and reflections on human nature, showcasing his intellect and humanity. At the start of the work, the editor introduces Sancho's letters, explaining that they are collected from various friends and were never intended for publication. The memoir highlights Sancho's remarkable life, detailing his origins aboard a slave ship and his eventual rise to be a butler and grocer in England. The opening portion touches on his early adversity, education, and relationships with influential figures, such as the Duchess of Montagu, illuminating his character and literary talents that emerge throughout his letters. Sancho’s writing reflects a blend of wit, wisdom, and a keen understanding of humanity, setting the tone for a rich and enlightening exploration of his thoughts and societal observations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class CT: History: Biography
Subject Sancho, Ignatius, 1729-1780 -- Correspondence
Subject Sancho, Ignatius, 1729-1780
Subject Composers, Black -- England -- London -- Correspondence
Subject Africans -- England -- London -- History -- 18th century
Subject Black people -- England -- London -- History -- 18th century
Subject Grocers -- England -- London -- Correspondence
Subject Westminster (London, England) -- Social life and customs
Subject London (England) -- Race relations -- History -- 18th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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