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James Montgomery was a Scottish hymnodist, poet and editor. He was an abolitionist and supported several humanitarian causes which are often reflected in his writings. He wrote the popular Christmas Carol 'Angels from the Realms of Glory'. Montgomery settled in Sheffield where he was a respected citizen due to his philanthropy in support of humanitarian and religious endeavours.
James Montgomery was a Scottish hymnodist, poet and editor. He was an abolitionist and supported several humanitarian causes which are often reflected in his writings. He wrote the popular Christmas Carol 'Angels from the Realms of Glory'. Montgomery settled in Sheffield where he was a respected citizen due to his philanthropy in support of humanitarian and religious endeavours.
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| Title: | Letter from James Montgomery |
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| Description: | Accompanying his letter to an unknown female recipient, James Montgomery includes a draft of his hymn 'Heaven in Prospect' (known also as 'Palm of glory, raiment bright') which he has sent for approval by the recipient and an unnamed Editor. He also refers to the 'Offering' which may be 'The Offering for 1829', a collection of prose and verse edited by Andrews Norton. |
| Address: | Sheffield |
| Letter dated: | 15-04-1829 |
| Physical description: | Sampson Low Letters, Volume 2, 4 pages ; sections cut out and some damage to letter edges. Glue seepage. |
| Type of letter: | Discussion of work published or forthcoming, including copyright |
| Key works mentioned: | Heaven in Prospect' (hymn); The Offering for 1829 |
| Letter note: | This letter has a related note written by the Reverend Frederick William Low who compiled the volumes in c.1913: "James Montgomery, minor poet, born 1771, died 1855. His poems, described as 'bland and deeply religious' have outlived their vogue, but ten at least of his hymns keep their place in the hymnals." |
| Rights statement: | Rights owned or controlled by The Open University |
| Restrictions on use: | No further use without permission. Contact university-archive@open.ac.uk |
| Image rights: | © National Portrait Gallery London by Charles Turner after John Raphael Smith mezzotint published 1819 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/ |
| Identifier: | SL_136 |
