Autograph letter signed from Hermann Vezin, London, to Thomas, 1878 March 18.

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Autograph letter signed from Hermann Vezin, London, to Thomas, 1878 March 18.

Regarding emphasis placed on "hearts of kings" in Portia's speech.

2 leaves ; 19 x 12 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7437872

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Vezin, Hermann, 1829-1910

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English actor of American birth. From the description of Autograph letter signed, dated : [London], 12 March 1865, to [Lewis Strange Wingfield?], 1865 Mar. 12. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 270677986 Epithet: actor and writer British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000623.0x000028 ...

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. ...