Adams Papers Digital Edition

Papers of John Adams, volume 20

From Henry Marchant

From Perez Morton
Hannah Adams to John Adams, 21 February 1791 Adams, Hannah Adams, John
From Hannah Adams
Sir, Medfeild. Massachusets. Feb— 21. 1791.

Desirous to gain the patronage of so distinguished a character, with the utmost diffidence I request your acceptance of the inclosed dedication to my View of Religions. Your permission to adorn my book by prefixing your name will do me the greatest honour,1

I am with the highest respect, / Sir, / Your most obedient humble servant,

Hannah Adams.

RC (Adams Papers).

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For Adams and her dedication of View of Religions, in Two Parts, see Descriptive List of Illustrations, No. 9, above.

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