The Life Of Edmund Kean V1: From Published And Original Sources

By F. W. Hawkins

Book Overview

The Life of Edmund Kean V1: From Published and Original Sources is a biographical book written by F.W. Hawkins. The book is a detailed account of the life of Edmund Kean, one of the most celebrated actors of the 19th century. The author has used both published and original sources to provide a comprehensive narrative of Kean's life, from his humble beginnings to his rise as a theatrical icon. The book covers Kean's early years, his training as an actor, his debut on the stage, and his subsequent successes and failures. It also delves into Kean's personal life, including his relationships, his struggles with addiction, and his eventual decline. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of theatre and the life of one of its most famous practitioners.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: 1163632953
• ISBN13: 9781163632956
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 446 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"