Viewing Event Record: 'An Almond for a Parrot' is dedicated to Will Kemp

Abstract

The anti-Martin Marprelate tract 'An Almond for a Parrot' is dedicated to Will Kemp. Kemp is named the 'vice-gerent' of the ghost of Richard Tarlton, and the dedication alludes to Kemp's reputation on the continent.

Date Event Recorded

Date
From: 1589 To: 1590 (Source of claim: transcription)

Date Event Happened

Date
From: 1589 To: 1590 (Source of claim: transcription)

Venues

People

Name Event Role(s) Document Role(s)
Kemp, William player
Tarlton, Richard player

Event Type

  • cultural context
  • dispute
  • player context