The Actor: Or A Peep Behind The Curtain (1846)

By Ford Thomas

Book Overview

The Actor: Or A Peep Behind The Curtain is a novel written by Thomas Ford and first published in 1846. The book is set in the world of theater and follows the life of an actor named Charles Tyrrell. The story begins with Charles as a young man, just starting out in the theater world. He quickly rises to fame and becomes a well-known actor, but his success is marred by personal struggles and the challenges of being a performer.Throughout the novel, the reader is given a glimpse into the world of theater, including the behind-the-scenes drama, the relationships between actors, and the challenges of performing on stage. The book also explores themes of love, jealousy, and betrayal, as Charles navigates his personal relationships while trying to maintain his career.The Actor: Or A Peep Behind The Curtain is a fascinating look at the theater world of the 19th century, and provides an entertaining and insightful glimpse into the life of an actor. The book is well-written and engaging, and is sure to be enjoyed by anyone interested in the world of theater or historical fiction.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: 1166969134
• ISBN13: 9781166969134
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"