Autograph letter signed from John Howe, Baron Chedworth, to an unnamed woman [manuscript], 18th century.

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Autograph letter signed from John Howe, Baron Chedworth, to an unnamed woman [manuscript], 18th century.

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Discusses a "Tract which was written to prove Falstaff no Coward," which Chedworth deems quite skillful despite not succeeding in shaking his opinion. Admits to having read reviews of Mr. Plumptre's tract on Hamlet, but not the tract itself, and finds it more ingenious than convincing. Refers also to an idea suggested by "Dr. Johnson's Note," "that the Prince's Conversation with Francis the Drawer was intended to be in the humbug style." A postscript refers to the "Forgery by a young Lady at Norwich."

1 item ; 23 x 19 cm.

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Chedworth, John Howe, Baron, 1754-1804

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Plumptre, James, 1770-1832

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James Plumptre was a dramatist and divine; he devoted himself mainly to dramatic literature. From the description of James Plumptre letter to Mr. Barker, 1812. (University of Pennsylvania Library). WorldCat record id: 191062198 ...

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. ...