The Quizziology Of The British Drama: Comprising Stage Passions; Stage Characters; Stage Plays (1846)

By Gilbert Abbott à Beckett

Book Overview

The Quizziology of the British Drama, written by Gilbert Abbott A'Beckett and published in 1846, is a comprehensive exploration of the world of British theatre. This book covers a wide range of topics related to the stage, including stage passions, stage characters, and stage plays. A'Beckett delves into the various emotions that are commonly portrayed on stage, such as love, jealousy, and revenge. He examines the ways in which actors convey these emotions to their audiences, and how these performances have changed over time. The book also explores the different types of characters that appear in British drama, from the hero and the villain to the comic relief and the sidekick. A'Beckett analyzes the traits and motivations of these characters, and how they contribute to the overall plot of a play. Finally, the book provides an in-depth look at some of the most popular and influential stage plays in British history. A'Beckett discusses the themes and messages of these plays, as well as their impact on the theatre world as a whole. Overall, The Quizziology of the British Drama is a fascinating and informative examination of the art of British theatre. It provides valuable insights into the history and development of this important cultural institution, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of stage performance.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: 1165074362
• ISBN13: 9781165074365
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"