Autograph letter signed from J.G. Powell, London, to Charles John Kean [manuscript], 1858 November 8.

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Autograph letter signed from J.G. Powell, London, to Charles John Kean [manuscript], 1858 November 8.

Powell mentions that a grant made to Shakespeare would "prove that he moved in much higher society than is generally supposed." Adds that, "having resided and mixed much with rustics in Warwickshire," he believes he can correct several great mistakes in the recent edition of Shakespeare. Written from 3 Cornwall Terrace, Upper Westbourne Terrace. Signed JG Powell, BA Cambridge.

2 leaves ; 18 x 12 cm.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7576423

Folger Shakespeare Library

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Kean, Charles John, 1811?-1868

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Charles Kean was a Shakespearean actor. He was married to the actress Ellen Tree Kean. From the description of Miscellaneous manuscripts, 1849. (University of Pennsylvania Library). WorldCat record id: 155886057 English actor and theater manager Charles Kean was the second son of actor Edmund Kean. An excellent student, Charles was compelled to become an actor to support his family after the separation of his parents. He found success as an actor in Ireland and America, and ...

Powell, J. G., fl. 1858,

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