Autograph letters from John Wilson to Alexander Blair [manuscript], 1824-1850.

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Autograph letters from John Wilson to Alexander Blair [manuscript], 1824-1850.

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Twenty-five letters mainly about Shakespeare, especially Macbeth and Othello, both of which are discussed in detail. The Greek tragedies are also much treated, and Shakespeare's work is compared with them. In most letters Wilson ("Christopher North") asks for ideas on specific subjects or points.

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Wilson, John, 1785-1854

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Scottish poet and critic, "Christopher North." From the description of Autograph letter signed : Edinburgh, to an unidentified correspondent, 1842 Oct. 15. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270587437 "Christopher North". Scottish author. From the description of Autograph note signed with initials : [n.p.], to his wife, [n.d.]. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270588898 John Wilson (1785-1854) was a Scottish author, the "Christopher North" of Blackwood's Magaz...

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. ...

Blair, Alexander, 19th cent.,

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