Black, Alexander: Autograph letter signed:  Alexander Black

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Black, Alexander : Autograph letter signed: Alexander Black

One page. 5 1/4 x 8 inches. In blue ink. Alexander Black (b. 1859--d. 1940) was an American writer, photographer and newspaper man. He is also recognized for his contributions to the development of motion pictures. Black conceived of the idea of reading a narrative or scrren-play to accompany the rapid showing of lantern slides depicting motion. He did three such "Picture Plays" in the 1890's. In this letter he forwards a copy of his book "Richard Gordon" to a friend and tells of watching auditions for a play.. Manuscript. Book Condition: Very Good. Binding: No Binding

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