A Pasteboard Crown: A Story Of The New York Stage (1902)

By Clara Morris

Book Overview

""A Pasteboard Crown: A Story Of The New York Stage"" is a novel written by Clara Morris and first published in 1902. The story revolves around the life of a young actress named Edyth Vale, who dreams of becoming a successful star on the New York stage. However, she soon realizes that the road to fame is not an easy one and that she must face many obstacles and challenges along the way.Edyth is forced to deal with the harsh realities of the theater world, including the cutthroat competition, the constant criticism, and the pressure to conform to societal norms. As she struggles to make a name for herself, she also faces personal challenges, such as falling in love with a married man and dealing with the consequences of her actions.Through Edyth's journey, Morris provides a vivid portrayal of the New York theater scene in the early 20th century, capturing the glamour, the drama, and the struggles of those who lived and worked in this world. The novel also explores themes of ambition, love, and sacrifice, as Edyth must decide what she is willing to give up in order to achieve her dreams.Overall, ""A Pasteboard Crown"" is a compelling and insightful novel that offers a glimpse into the world of the New York stage and the lives of those who pursued their dreams in this challenging and rewarding industry.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164542265
• ISBN13: 9781164542261
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"