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Copy of a draft letter from Thomas Manning to Joseph Banks. In the letter he outlines the path he has taken to become familiar with the Chinese language including his stay in France. He writes that he had initially thought of reaching China via Russia. But now asks that he may be able to travel to Canton and reside there for the purpose of studying the language and customs of China. Dated [1806]. Handwritten, 2 pieces, 3 sides

Draft Letter from Thomas Manning to "Gentlemen" concerning a Mr [Pattle] whom Manning had known in Canton, concerning recognition of his writing and signature. Written from Soho Square (George Leman Tuthill's home). Undated. Handwritten, 1 piece, 1 side

Draft letter from Thomas Manning to Ellis. He writes that his brother has asked him to send a letter of recommendation for 2 friends, Daniel Gurney and the Honorable Arthur Calthorpe (Norfolk) who were about to visit Aix le Chapelle. Undated Handwritten, 1 piece, 2 sides

Draft letter from Thomas Manning to "Dear Lady" concerning his business in London and postponing coming to the following week. Undated, handwritten, 1 piece, 1 side

Draft letter from Thomas Manning to the Gentlemen on the Committee for leave to return, asking for passage on one of the Company boats for himself and a learned Chinese man who he has engaged to accompany him. Undated [1817], handwritten, 1 piece, 1 side

Draft letter from Thomas Manning to Chapman Esq., in which he gives a report of the scholars he taught during his voyage to China. He writes a little about his voyage and his reception in Canton. Dated 16 April [1807]. Handwritten, 1 piece, 2 sides

Draft letter from Manning to "Sir" asking him to provide Manning with a copy of the Harveian Oration of 23rd July. He writes that Sir G T (George Tuthill) and he have long been friends. (George Tuthill was supposed to give the Harveian lecture in 1835 but died before he could) Undated [1835]. Handwritten, 1 piece, 1 side

Draft letter from Thomas Manning to [M L'étontal] concerning a recommendation for his trip to Cochinchina (Vietnam). Handwritten in French. Undated [1808] 1 piece, 3 sides

Draft letter from Royal Asiatic Society to J.R. Gaunt & Son Ltd to ask them for estimates for the Medal in silver gilt and plated in gold. Handwritten, undated.

Draft letter from Dorothy C. Wales to Mr Pollock, Royal Asiatic Society Librarian, to ask whether the Society's copy of 'Siamese State Ceremonies' may be used to make the reproduction. Handwritten, 1 side, dated 16th March 1992.