Autograph letter from G.H. Stoddart to Charles Kean [manuscript], 1858 October 22.

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Autograph letter from G.H. Stoddart to Charles Kean [manuscript], 1858 October 22.

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Letter written to "Mr. Kean." Stoddart suggests that Kean should "undertake to issue an improved edition of Shakespeare ... [that] could benefit and enlighten not only the general readers of the great poet but but contribute to the elevation of the mind, character and efficiency of future generations of actors." He discusses including "a few gross phrases of the Shakespearian a[ve?] and double entendres unworthy of the gt. bard, accompanied by expositions of obsolete phraseology and of obscure historie allusions, punctuate better, according to modern usage ... " He requests that Kean write to him at the following address: G. Thornton, Esqr. 25 Queens Road, Gloucester Gate, Regents Park.

3 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

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Stoddart, G. H., fl. 1858,

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Kean, Charles John, 1811?-1868

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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. ...