Bodleian Library, Oxford University
MS. Locke d. 9
A large notebook with the title “Adversaria Physica 1660” inside the front cover
and “Adversaria 5” on p. 1. The number “5” is written on the fore-edge.
The book was used for medical notes throughout Locke’s life,
although it remained in England during Locke’s travels abroad;
most of the entries can be dated between about 1665 and 1669.
Most are in Locke’s hand and many are initialed by him.
vi, 327, [328-470] pages (pp. 327-470 blank). 286 × 186 mm. Calf binding, some blind tooling.
Leaves pricked at the corners for ruling margins.
pp. 87, 236: Copy of letter to Richard Lilburne, 12 May 1675.
Written by Locke as far as the first two words of query 2, thereafter by an amanuensis.
Entered under marginal key-word “Pisces,”
and headed “Some Quaeres concerning the poisonous fish about New Providence sent to Mr. Lilburne. 12 May. 75.”
Continued after query 8 on p. 236 under keyword “Pisces virulenti.”
[printed De Beer, viii. 298A]
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