Autograph letter signed from Rob. Campbell Maywood, Philadelphia, to Benjamin Webster, London [manuscript], 1838 October 2.

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Autograph letter signed from Rob. Campbell Maywood, Philadelphia, to Benjamin Webster, London [manuscript], 1838 October 2.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/428976308

Discusses "Man of the World" in detail, mentions the character of Sir Pertinax as well; mentions other plays and characters.

1 item ; 34 x 20 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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