Amherst, J. H., 1776-1851

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Birth 1776
Death 1851

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J.H. Amherst was an actor, historian, and writer. Born in London, he achieved his first success at the Haymarket Theatre in London, emigrating to America in 1838. He had success as an actor, a classical scholar, and as a dramatist, specializing in historical plays set in Europe.

From the description of John Amherst letter to [James] Winston, after 1800?. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 57188177

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  • English drama
  • Dramatists
  • Pomptbooks

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