Papers concerning William Shakespeare's King Lear
Overview
Notes on the preparation of George Skillan's acting edition of Shakespeare's King Lear.
Dates
- Creation: 1966-1967
Extent
1.5 linear feet (3 boxes)Includes printed pages of King Lear with autograph annotations and notes for the preparation of the acting edition of King Lear as well as galley and page proofs.
Biographical / Historical
Skillan (1893-1975), an English actor and assistant stage manager, edited, designed, and illustrated the series French's acting editions of Shakespeare.
Physical Location
b
Immediate Source of Acquisition
67M-109. Presented by Mr. George Skillan, 5 Hathaway Hamlet Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England; received: 1968 February 21.
- Title
- Skillan, George. George Skillan papers concerning William Shakespeare's King Lear, 1966-1967: Guide.
- Author
- Houghton Library, Harvard College Library
- Language of description
- und
- EAD ID
- hou01306
Repository Details
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