ISBN: 9781331818779 - edwin booth (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a glimpse into the life and artistic legacy of Edwin Booth, the renowned 19th-century American actor hailing from a family of celebrated thespians. The volume takes readers through Booth's early years and his first forays into the world of theater where he grappled with the great expectations that came with carrying the Booth name. Along his journey, he encountered the likes of Junius Brutus Booth and other legendary figures of the stage, honing his craft and forging an enduring reputation for his commanding presence and profound interpretations. This book is not merely a retelling of Booth's life and career but a deep dive into the complexities of a man who, while tormented by personal struggles, ascended to become the foremost tragedian of his era. Through an examination of his celebrated performances in repertoire classics like 'Hamlet,' 'Othello,' and 'Richard III,' the author traces the development of Booth's virtuosity on stage, revealing how his tragic heroes mirrored his own inner turmoil and vulnerabilities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…