Autograph letter signed from W.F.C. Wigston, Poste Restante, Lausanne, to R.M. Theobald [manuscript], 1888 October 11.

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Autograph letter signed from W.F.C. Wigston, Poste Restante, Lausanne, to R.M. Theobald [manuscript], 1888 October 11.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/428982349

Wigston discusses his study of the Baconian theory and seeks "real trustworthy editions of Bacon's works."

2 leaves ; 21 x 14 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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