These Things Are Mine: The Autobiography Of A Journeyman Playwright

By George Middleton

Book Overview

These Things Are Mine: The Autobiography Of A Journeyman Playwright is a memoir written by George Middleton, a well-known playwright. The book covers Middleton's life, from his childhood in the early 1900s to his career as a playwright in the 1920s and 1930s. Middleton describes his upbringing in a working-class family in New York City and his early interest in theater. He recounts his experiences as a struggling playwright, including his collaborations with other writers and his efforts to get his plays produced on Broadway. The book also provides insight into the theater scene in the early 20th century, including the challenges faced by playwrights, actors, and producers. Middleton discusses his relationships with other notable figures in the theater world, including Eugene O'Neill and George S. Kaufman. Throughout the book, Middleton reflects on his personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his political views and involvement in social causes. Overall, These Things Are Mine offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and career of a prolific playwright during a pivotal time in American theater 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: 1163137766
• ISBN13: 9781163137765
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"