Eminent Actors: Charles Macklin

By Edward Abbott Parry

Book Overview

""Eminent Actors: Charles Macklin"" by Edward Abbott Parry is a biography of the famous 18th-century Irish actor, Charles Macklin. The book provides a comprehensive account of Macklin's life and career, including his childhood in Ireland, his move to London, and his rise to fame as a leading actor in the theatre scene. Parry also explores Macklin's personal life, including his relationships, his reputation for being a difficult and temperamental actor, and the controversies that surrounded his career. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of theatre and the lives of famous actors, as well as those interested in the cultural and social context of 18th-century England and Ireland. With its detailed research and engaging writing style, ""Eminent Actors: Charles Macklin"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and legacy of this legendary figure in theatre history.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: 116297673X
• ISBN13: 9781162976730
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"