Letters to Lawrence Barrett 1885

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Letters to Lawrence Barrett 1885

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Edwin Booth was an American actor-manager in New York and with touring companies. He maintained a long-term personal and professional relationship with Lawrence Barrett, also an actor-manager. The material consists of five letters from Edwin Booth to Lawrence Barrett which discuss social engagements, family and friends, and professional matters.

5 letters (1 portfolio)

The New York Public Library. Billy Rose Theatre Division.

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Booth, Edwin, 1833-1893

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Barrett, Lawrence 1830-1891

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