Typescript letter signed from Cecil Raleigh, London, to unidentified recipient [manuscript], 1910 May 25.

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Typescript letter signed from Cecil Raleigh, London, to unidentified recipient [manuscript], 1910 May 25.

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Raleigh writes that he would be happy to contribute to the foundation of a National Theatre but he has no leisure for public speaking until the autumn. He also writes Shakespeare "was a miserably bad dramatist" and has an "undeserved reputation." Letter is addressed "Dear Sir." On letterhead from 2 Brunswick Place, Regent's Park, N.W.

1 leaf ; 26 x 21 cm.

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Raleigh, Cecil, 1856-1914

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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. ...