Memories Of An Old Actor (1886)

By Walter Moore Leman

Book Overview

Memories Of An Old Actor is a book written by Walter Moore Leman and first published in 1886. The book is a memoir of Leman's experiences as an actor in the 19th century. In the book, Leman recounts his early life and how he became interested in acting. He also discusses his experiences as a young actor, including his early roles and performances.The book covers Leman's career as an actor in London and throughout the provinces. He talks about the various plays he appeared in and the actors he worked with, including Charles Kean and Henry Irving. Leman also discusses the challenges of being an actor in the 19th century, including the difficulties of touring and the lack of financial security.Throughout the book, Leman provides insights into the life of an actor in the 19th century, including the social and cultural context of the time. He also talks about the changes that were taking place in the theatre during his career, including the rise of realism and the decline of the traditional melodrama.Overall, Memories Of An Old Actor is a fascinating glimpse into the world of theatre in the 19th century. Leman's personal experiences and anecdotes provide a unique perspective on the life of an actor during this time period.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: 1164940139
• ISBN13: 9781164940135
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 426 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"