The Life And Theatrical Times Of Charles Kean: Including A Summary Of The English Stage For The Last Fifty Years (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781430464341)

The Life and Theatrical Times of Charles Kean is a comprehensive biography of the famous English actor and theatre manager, Charles Kean. Written by John William Cole, the book covers Kean's life and career, including his early years in the theatre, his rise to fame as a leading actor, and his tenure as the manager of the Princess's Theatre in London. The book also provides a summary of the English stage during the last fifty years, highlighting the major trends and developments in theatre during Kean's lifetime. With detailed accounts of Kean's performances and insights into the workings of the theatre industry, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of nineteenth-century theatre and the life of one of its most celebrated figures.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: John William Cole
ISBN-10: 1430464348
ISBN-13: 9781430464341
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 01/17/2007
Pages: 384
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.24lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.85d