Autograph letter from H. Kelfe, à Bourdeaux, to Charles Macklin, London, 1769 June 17.

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Autograph letter from H. Kelfe, à Bourdeaux, to Charles Macklin, London, 1769 June 17.

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Letter is not signed and correspondent's identity is uncertain. Indicates that she is indebted to Macklin for all happiness in her life, and she will never forget what he has done to liberate her from her troubles. Was worried that Macklin had not received her last letter from Montpellier. In the final portion of the letter, in English, she indicates that she longs for English gossip. Addressed to Macklin at James Street, Covent Garden, London.

1 item ; 23 x 19 cm.

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Macklin, Charles, 1697?-1797

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Epithet: actor; of Add MS 42578 British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000876.0x000197 Charles Macklin, born in Ireland, became a famous actor-manager and playwright based in London at Drury Lane, Haymarket, and Covent Garden. He was especially famed for comedy; Shylock was considered his best role. He carried on a vigorous feud with David Garrick. From the description of Charles Macklin collection, 1743-1...

Kelfe, H., 1743-

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