Autograph letter signed with initials : place not specified, to William Macready, [1843 May].

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Autograph letter signed with initials : place not specified, to William Macready, [1843 May].

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Discussing the possibility of writing a play, expressing confidence that "a play of mine, if successful, would draw more than most other writers." Mentioning remuneration, noting that a play takes about half the amount of time to write as a novel, but that it does not pay nearly so well. Noting that he is "not fond of Dramatic composition," but agreeing to "make any sacrifice of time or profit to serve you."

1 item (4 p.) ; 22.6 cm

Pierpont Morgan Library.

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