Memoirs of the Principal Actors in the Plays of Shakespeare (1846) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164345138)

Memoirs of the Principal Actors in the Plays of Shakespeare is a book written by J. Payne Collier and published in 1846. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of the actors who performed in the plays of William Shakespeare during the Elizabethan era. The author provides detailed accounts of the lives, careers, and performances of the most prominent actors of the time, including Richard Burbage, Edward Alleyn, and William Kempe. The book also includes anecdotes and stories about the actors and their performances, as well as historical context and analysis of the plays themselves. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Shakespearean theater and the actors who brought his plays to life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: J. Payne Collier
ISBN-10: 1164345133
ISBN-13: 9781164345138
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 324
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.42lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d