Autograph letter signed from John Wilson to an unidentified recipient [manuscript], 1849 October 11.

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Autograph letter signed from John Wilson to an unidentified recipient [manuscript], 1849 October 11.

Letter addressed to "My dear Shirra." Criticising Othello regarding the time of duration of action.

4 leaves ; 23 x 19 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7482959

Folger Shakespeare Library

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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. ...

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...