Autograph letters signed from J. Parker Norris, Philadelphia, to Rev. F.G. Fleay [manuscript], 1877-1880.

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Autograph letters signed from J. Parker Norris, Philadelphia, to Rev. F.G. Fleay [manuscript], 1877-1880.

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The letters discuss various articles on many of Shakespeare's plays. Several mention sending Fleay copies of a publication, Robinson's Epitome of literature. (7) mentions Collier's new edition of his History of English dramatic poetry; (11) he regrets the course Mr. [William James?] Rolfe has taken. Norris' address appears on the items as "204 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, U.S.A."

12 letters ; 21 x 13 cm.

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