Influential English actor, playwright, theatre manager, and producer (1717–1779) who gained prominence with his appearance in the title role of Shakespeare's Richard III and who is generally considered the greatest actor of the 18th century. Rare ALS signed “D. Garrick,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, London, October 2, 1769. Letter to a reverend. In part: “Tho I am in ye midst of Players, Musicians & Machinists to consult about bringing ye Jubilee to Drury Lane yet I cannot let a post slip by without answering yr very friendly letter…You flatter Mrs. Garrick & yr humble Serv‘t about ye Jubilee—if the Heavens had favor'd us—we should have return‘d to Town in triumph—but it is over, & I am neither mad, or in a fever, both of which threaten‘d me greatly. Whenever I go Northward our inclinations will tend towards Kirkby. Whenever I have time to finish the Prayer Book, you shall see it, read it, nay have it, if you cast a longing Eye at it. I have heard of yr Preachments, & wish most devoutly to hear you. I have some few principles of pulpit Elocution, that may not be wholly useless to you.” Garrick also filled out the address panel to reverse of second integral sheet in his own hand. In very good condition, with professional tape repairs to edge separations at mailing folds, partial separation at adjoining fold, a few subtle areas of staining, and some show-through from writing to opposing sides of the page. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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