Shakespeare: From Betterton To Irving V2

By George C. D. O'Dell

Book Overview

Shakespeare: From Betterton To Irving V2 is a book written by George C. D. O'Dell. It is the second volume of a two-part series that explores the history of Shakespearean theatre from the 17th to the 19th century. The book covers the period from the early 18th century to the late 19th century and focuses on the actors and actresses who played the major roles in Shakespearean productions during this time. The book provides detailed biographies of these actors and actresses, including their training, their performances, and their contributions to the development of Shakespearean theatre. The book also includes information on the productions themselves, including the staging, the costumes, and the music. Overall, Shakespeare: From Betterton To Irving V2 is a comprehensive study of the history of Shakespearean theatre and the actors and actresses who brought his plays to life on stage.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: 1432665685
• ISBN13: 9781432665685
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 572 Pages
• Weight: 1.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"