| Author |
Fitzgerald, Percy, 1834-1925 |
| Title |
Sir Henry Irving—A Record of Over Twenty Years at the Lyceum
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Sir Henry Irving—A Record of Over Twenty Years at the Lyceum" by Percy Fitzgerald is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the career of Sir Henry Irving, one of the foremost English actors of his time, particularly focusing on his significant contributions and performances at the Lyceum Theatre. Through a detailed exploration of Irving's life, the text highlights not only his artistic journey but also the challenges and triumphs faced within the theatrical world. The opening of this narrative provides a glimpse into Henry Irving's early life and formative years, detailing his upbringing in Keinton and his initial exposure to performance at school. Fitzgerald sets the stage for Irving's professional journey, discussing the rigorous training typical of actors of the period and the precariousness associated with a career in theatre. Readers are drawn into the early struggles of Irving as he navigates his way through various roles and engages with critical figures in the theatrical community, laying the groundwork for his later prominence. The tone is both reflective and admiring, suggesting a forthcoming account filled with anecdotes and insights reflecting Irving's impact on the stage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Irving, Henry, Sir, 1838-1905
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64575 |
| Release Date |
Feb 16, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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