The Diary Of Philip Henslowe From 1591 To 1609

By John Payne Collier

Book Overview

The Diary of Philip Henslowe from 1591 to 1609 is a historical document that provides a fascinating insight into the theatrical world of Elizabethan England. The diary is a record of the business dealings of Philip Henslowe, who was a prominent theatre owner and manager during this period. Henslowe's diary entries cover a wide range of topics, including the construction and maintenance of theatres, the hiring of actors and playwrights, and the financial aspects of running a theatre company. The diary also includes information about the plays that were performed during this time, including some of the greatest works of William Shakespeare. This book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of theatre, and provides a unique glimpse into the workings of the theatrical world during one of the most exciting periods in English history.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: 1430465921
• ISBN13: 9781430465928
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"