Garrick And His Circle

By Florence Mary Wilson Parsons

Book Overview

Garrick and His Circle is a book written by Florence Mary Wilson Parsons that delves into the life and times of the famous 18th-century actor, David Garrick. The book explores Garrick's career as an actor, as well as his personal life and relationships with the people in his circle, including playwrights, poets, and other actors. The author draws on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and other documents, to provide a vivid and detailed portrait of Garrick and the world in which he lived. The book also examines the broader cultural and social context of Garrick's era, including the rise of the theater as a popular form of entertainment, the emergence of the middle class, and the changing attitudes towards gender and sexuality. Overall, Garrick and His Circle is a fascinating and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of theater, literature, and society in the 18th century.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: 1163247006
• ISBN13: 9781163247006
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"