Early London Theatres: In The Fields (1894)

By T. Fairman Ordish

Book Overview

""Early London Theatres: In The Fields"" is a book written by Thomas Fairman Ordish and published in 1894. The book provides a comprehensive account of the early theatres in London, particularly those located in the fields outside the city walls. It takes readers on a journey through the history of these theatres, from their inception in the 16th century to their closure in the 17th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific theatre. The author provides detailed descriptions of the architecture and design of each theatre, as well as the performances that took place within them. He also provides insight into the social and cultural context of the time, and how the theatres were viewed by the public and authorities.The book includes illustrations and photographs of the theatres, as well as contemporary accounts and documents that shed light on their history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of theatre in London, or in the social and cultural history of England in the 16th and 17th centuries.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: 116462637X
• ISBN13: 9781164626374
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"