Includes 100 letters from Barrett to his wife, Mary F. "Mollie" Barrett, as well as letters from Barrett to various correspondents, such as J. L. Carhart, Katie Barrett Tisdale, and Frank Wendell, among others.

Letters and autographs by Barrett. In the letters he comments on the success of his theatrical performances and gives instructions concerning financial matters. Also included are a portrait of Barrett and 2 receipts for money received from Moses Kimball, signed by Barrett.

Recently discovered papers in the Barrett family collection shed light on Howells's extensive career as a man of letters and the role he played in the nascent American theatrical tradition. The letters also illuminate the economics of popular theatrical production and audience response in the Gilded Age.

Contains letter to his brother discussing the rent and renovation on his residence as well as mentioning where he will be acting next.

Correspondents: William Winter, George Shea, F.W. Barrett, Mrs. Palmer, Daniel Dougherty, Whelpley, B.W. Austin, Jonathan Scott Hartley, James Ripley Osgood, [William Rounseville?] Alger, Miss [Abby Langdon?] Alger, J.G. Walton, Augustin Daly and others. Some letters undated. Notes on the Winter letters by Jefferson Winter.

Telegram dated May 19, [1876].