Autograph poem by H.K. White [manuscript], 18th or 19th century.

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Autograph poem by H.K. White [manuscript], 18th or 19th century.

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37 line poem refers to performances of Shakespeare's historical characters, specifically Richard III and Prince Harry. Written on the verso of a fragment of an autograph letter signed from White, in which he references this poem and references Samuel Butler.

1 leaf ; 20 x 17 cm.

Folger Shakespeare Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7564024

Folger Shakespeare Library

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White, Henry Kirke, 1785-1806

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Butler, Samuel, 1612-1680

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English satirist. From the description of Commonplace Book, [ca. 1640-1675]. (Rosenbach Museum & Library). WorldCat record id: 122591840 ...

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. ...