The Stratford Records and the Shakespeare Autotypes

By James O. Halliwell-Phillipps and James Orchard Halliwell-Phillipps

Book Overview

The book ""The Stratford Records and the Shakespeare Autotypes"" by J. O. Halliwell-Phillipps is a comprehensive guide to the historical records of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. The author has compiled a detailed account of the town and its inhabitants during Shakespeare's time, drawing on a range of primary sources including legal documents, parish registers, and court records.The book also includes a collection of autotypes, or photographic reproductions, of documents related to Shakespeare's life and work. These include manuscripts, letters, and other artifacts that shed light on the playwright's career and personal life.Overall, ""The Stratford Records and the Shakespeare Autotypes"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the life and times of William Shakespeare, as well as for scholars and researchers studying the history of early modern England.1887. To which is prefixed the farewell of the oldest living Shakespearean biographer to the Shakespeare Councils of the town which should be, but which is not, the chosen center of Shakespeare biographical research. A series of letters, articles and other correspondence relative to the author's tenure as a Shakespeare biographer. Many of the letters and articles have been reprinted within this book. A sampling of the contents is as follows: the Stratford records; Stratford amenities; The Herald's Explanations; Melancholy Evidence.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162589515
• ISBN13: 9781162589510
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 114 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"