Annals Of The French Stage V2, 1668-1699: From Its Origin To The Death Of Racine (1884)

By Frederick Hawkins

Book Overview

Annals Of The French Stage V2, 1668-1699: From Its Origin To The Death Of Racine (1884) is a comprehensive historical account of the French theatre scene during the late 17th century. This book, written by Frederick Hawkins, covers the period from 1668 to 1699, which saw the establishment of the Com�����die-Fran�����aise and the emergence of influential playwrights such as Moli�����re, Corneille, and Racine.The book provides detailed information on the development of French theatre, including the evolution of theatrical genres, the construction of theatres, and the changing tastes of audiences. It also offers insights into the lives and works of the major playwrights of the time, including their influences, themes, and styles.Throughout the book, Hawkins draws on a wealth of primary sources, including contemporary accounts, letters, and diaries, to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of the French theatre scene. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to bring the era to life.Overall, Annals Of The French Stage V2, 1668-1699: From Its Origin To The Death Of Racine (1884) is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of French theatre and the cultural landscape of 17th century France.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: 1164577565
• ISBN13: 9781164577560
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"