Memoirs of the Life of John Philip Kemble, Esq. 2 Volume Set: Including a History of the Stage, from the Time of Garrick to the Present Period

by James Boaden

Born into the theatre, though originally intended for Catholic holy orders, John Philip Kemble (1757-1823) made as great a name for himself on the English stage as his gifted older sister, Sarah Siddons. Known for his mastery of tragic Shakespearian roles, among which Coriolanus was deemed his finest, Kemble also distinguished himself as acting manager at Drury Lane under Sheridan. Described by Sir Walter Scott as 'grave, critical, full and laudably...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1108064949
• ISBN13: 9781108064941
• Release Date: September 2013
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 1132 Pages
• Weight: 2.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.7" x 5.7" x 8.6"