W. S. Gilbert (1907)

By Edith A. Browne

Book Overview

W. S. Gilbert (1907) is a biography of the famous English playwright, librettist, and humorist Sir William Schwenck Gilbert, written by Edith A. Browne. The book provides a detailed account of Gilbert's life, from his childhood and early career as a barrister to his success in the world of theatre and his collaborations with composer Arthur Sullivan. It also delves into Gilbert's personal life, including his marriage, his relationships with his contemporaries, and his interests outside of the theatre. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English theatre, as well as those who admire the work of Gilbert and Sullivan.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: 1104787717
• ISBN13: 9781104787714
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"