The Theatrical Remembrancer: Containing A Complete List Of All The Dramatic Performances In The English Language (1788)

By John Egerton

Book Overview

The Theatrical Remembrancer, written by John Egerton and published in 1788, is a comprehensive guide to all the dramatic performances in the English language up to that time. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of theatre and drama, as it provides a complete list of all the plays that have been performed in English, along with information about their authors, dates of performance, and other relevant details. The book is organized chronologically, starting with the earliest recorded performances and continuing up to the present day (as of 1788). It includes plays by famous authors such as William Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, and Ben Jonson, as well as lesser-known works by lesser-known writers. The Theatrical Remembrancer is an invaluable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the rich history of English theatre.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: 1104120976
• ISBN13: 9781104120979
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 360 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"