Autograph letter signed from Benjamin Webster to W. Creswick [manuscript], 19th century.

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Autograph letter signed from Benjamin Webster to W. Creswick [manuscript], 19th century.

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Webster informs Creswick (presumably William Creswick) that he will have to enact Romeo the first night from the text of Shakespeare. On leaf 2v, a list of books, including Hamlet, in a different hand.

2 leaves ; 19 x 12 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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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. ...

Creswick, William, 1813-1888

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Webster, Benjamin, 1797-1882

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