Autograph letter signed from Edward Smith Stanley, Knowsley, to unidentified recipient [manuscript], 1835 October 26.

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Autograph letter signed from Edward Smith Stanley, Knowsley, to unidentified recipient [manuscript], 1835 October 26.

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Stanley declines having his name added to the list of subscribers to the restoration of Shakespeare's monument at Stratford-on-Avon. Letter signed simply "Stanley." Recipient's name unclear; appears to be [N.?] L. [Tone?].

1 leaf ; 19 x 12 cm.

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Folger Shakespeare Library

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Smith-Stanley, Edward, 1752-1834

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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. ...