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 biography of the famous British actor Edmund Kean, written by F. W. Hawkins. The book provides a comprehensive account of Kean's life, from his birth in 1787 to his death in 1833. Using both published and original sources, Hawkins explores Kean's early years, his rise to fame as a Shakespearean actor, and his personal and professional struggles. The book also delves into Kean's relationships with his family, his fellow actors, and his audience. Throughout the book, Hawkins offers insights into Kean's acting style and his impact on the theater of his time. This volume is the first of two, and covers Kean's life up until his departure for America in 1820.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: 1432698370
• ISBN13: 9781432698379
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"