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1803.
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To RICHARD BRINSLEY SHERIDAN, ESQ. M.P.
_SIR_,
_Highly admiring that transcendent genius and ability which renders you
conspicuous among the foremost characters of the age_; _nor less
venerating that manly independence which has dignified your political
career_, _it must be my regret_, _in dedicating this Work to you_, _that
it is not more suitable to the rank of merit to which it is inscribed_.
_I am_, _SIR_,
_With great respect_,
_Your most obedient Servant_,
_J. T. BARBER_.
_Southampton-street_, _Strand_,
_London_, _Feb._ 15, 1803.