Nobel Prize–winning Irish dramatist and critic (1856–1950) who takes a place among the most distinguished and influential literary figures of his time. ALS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 3.5 x 4.5, June 28, 1909. Letter to Madam Fay requesting a meeting. In full, “Could you call on me here tomorrow (Sunday) at any time between 10 & 12:30? Mr. Vedromme has asked me to see you concerning an idea of his for the tour of John Bull’s Other Island.” Mrs. W.G. Fay, the recipient of the card, was the wife of W.G. Fay, the distinguished Irish actor/director who co-founded the great Abbey Theatre, Dublin. John Bull's Other Island is a comedy about Ireland, written by G. Bernard Shaw in 1904. Shaw himself was born in Dublin, yet this is the only play of his where he thematically returned to his homeland. In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling. R&R COA.
