The Stratford bust of Shakspeare, 1864 [manuscript], 1864?

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The Stratford bust of Shakspeare, 1864 [manuscript], 1864?

Autograph copy of an essay by William J. Thoms. Note at the top of the first leaf: "From Notes and Queries, 3rd series, vol.5, p. 227." Item itself is undated but the essay was published in 1864.

7 leaves ; 32 x 21 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7525607

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. ...

Thoms, William John, 1803-1885

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