Our Old Actors

By Henry Barton Baker

Book Overview

Our Old Actors is a book written by Henry Barton Baker that provides a comprehensive history of the theatre and actors during the 17th and 18th centuries. The book is a collection of biographies of famous actors and actresses of the time, including David Garrick, Sarah Siddons, and Edmund Kean. Baker's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with an in-depth look at the lives and careers of these performers. He explores the social and cultural context of the theatre during this period, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities faced by actors of the time. The book is also a valuable resource for theatre historians, as Baker provides detailed information about the productions and performances of the era. He covers everything from the staging and costumes to the critical reception of the plays. Overall, Our Old Actors is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of theatre and the lives of actors during the 17th and 18th centuries.Divided Into: From The Earliest Times To The Commonwealth, Restoration To Garrick, The Garrick Period, The Kemble Period, And The Kean And Macready 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: 1428619208
• ISBN13: 9781428619203
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 1.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"