Commonplace book of Henry James Pye [manuscript], ca. 1770-1800.

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Commonplace book of Henry James Pye [manuscript], ca. 1770-1800.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/233981136

A true commonplace book, mainly prose, the many entries consisting chiefly of notes on literary and historical matters, with emphasis upon classical literature. A number of entries concern Shakespeare's plays, being of a critical nature. The volume is a prepared blank-book, with engraved title and printed introduction and skeleton index: Bell's common-place book, form'd generally upon the principles recommended and practised by Mr. Locke (London : for John Bell, 1770). Used in part in writing his Sketches on various subjects, 1796.

240 leaves ; 38 x 25 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Pye, Henry James, 1745-1813

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English poet and poet laureate. From the description of Autograph letter signed : [London], to S.T. Pratt, 1803 Oct. 15. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270615897 Epithet: Poet Laureate British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000799.0x000209 ...

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

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William Shakespeare was likely born April, 23, 1564; he was baptized in Stratford-upon-Avon on April 26, 1564. He grew up, had a family, and bought property in Stratford while working in London, the center of English theater. As an actor, a playwright, and a partner in a leading acting company, he became both prosperous and well-known. His parents were John and Mary Shakespeare. John was a leatherworker and involved in local politics, first becoming an alderman and eventually a town bailiff. ...

Bell, John, 1745-1831

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