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It has been my fortune and privilege, during a period of more than fifty years, to be closely associated with the men and women of the Theatre. Some of them have been com rades of mine; intimate friends; daily associates; accus tomed to tell me of their joys and sorrows, and to ask and to follow my counsel in the conduct of their professional lives. Their rivalries and the contests of their coteries have surged around me; their triumphs have engaged my pen; their defeats have elicited my sympathy; and - as it is a happiness to remember, - their finer achievements have, in many instances, been recorded and celebrated, in such a way as to gratify, cheer, and help them, by my lit crary zeal and industry. I have observed them closely and I have found them exceedingly interesting: sometimes humorous; sometimes pathetic; always sensitive; often sweet and gentle; still more frequently unconventional hopeful, and gay, and therefore charming companions. My memories of them are numerous and pleasant; and, in view of many requests that have reached me for my Recollections of the Theatre, 1 have concluded that a veteran scribe of the stage may, without ofience to good.
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- Publication date2017
- ISBN 10 1330992717
- ISBN 13 9781330992715
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages424
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes readers on an enriching historical journey through the lives and careers of renowned actors and actresses who have graced the American stage from the early 19th century onwards. Through a series of lively and engaging sketches, the author sheds light on the techniques, challenges, and triumphs of theatrical luminaries such as Edwin Forrest, Charlotte Cushman, Joseph Jefferson, and Edwin Booth. The book delves into the evolution of acting styles, highlighting the transition from the physically expressive approach of Forrest to the more refined and intellectual style exemplified by Booth. It also explores the influence of the British theatrical tradition, notably the Kemble family, on the development of American theater. Beyond the individual narratives, the book offers insightful commentary on the cultural significance of theater in 19th-century America. It examines how plays and performances reflected the social and political issues of the time, and how actors became cultural icons who embodied the nation's aspirations and values. By providing vivid portraits of these theatrical giants and their contributions, this book celebrates the enduring legacy of the American stage and its profound impact on the nation's cultural landscape. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330992715_0
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