The Life And Adventures Of Peg Woffington Part One (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417964970)

The Life and Adventures of Peg Woffington V1 is a biographical novel written by J. Fitzgerald Molloy. The book tells the story of Peg Woffington, a famous Irish actress who lived during the 18th century. The novel is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different period of Woffington's life. The first chapter introduces the reader to Woffington's childhood and her early days in the theatre. The subsequent chapters follow her rise to fame as one of the most celebrated actresses of her time. The book details her performances in London's Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, and her relationships with prominent figures of the day, including the playwright David Garrick.Throughout the novel, Molloy provides a vivid portrayal of the theatrical world of the 18th century. He describes the costumes, sets, and performances of the time, as well as the political and social issues that affected the theatre industry. The Life and Adventures of Peg Woffington V1 is a fascinating account of the life of a remarkable woman who defied the norms of her time to become a successful actress. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in theatre history, biography, or the social and cultural history of the 18th century.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. Fitzgerald Molloy
ISBN-10: 1417964979
ISBN-13: 9781417964970
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2005
Pages: 332
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.07lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.74d