901. Ashley MS A1921, B1921
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Ashley MS A1921, B1921
- Title:
- 'Locrine': a verse tragedy by A. C. Swinburne; [1886-1887]. Autograph drafts and fair copies of the play published as Locrine on 16 Nov. 1887. In a letter to his mother dated New Year's Day 1887 (C. Y. Lang, Swinburne Letters, v, 1962, pp. 179-180) Swinburne says '. . . I have begun a new dramatic attempt ― in rhyme ― founded on the legendary history of ancient Britain'. Ashley Library Catalogue, vi, p. 171. 1. Draft synopsis of Act II, Scene I, to the end of the play, written on one side o...
- Collection Area:
- Western Manuscripts
- Languages:
- English
- Date Range:
- [1886-1887]
- Extent:
- 2 items