Memoirs of the Life of John Philip Kemble, Esq. 2 Volume Set: Including a History of the Stage, from the Time of Garrick to the Present Period
Born into the theatre, though originally intended for Catholic holy orders, John Philip Kemble (1757–1823) made as great a name for himself on the English stage as his gifted older sister, Sarah Siddons. Known for his mastery of tragic Shakespearian roles, among which Coriolanus was deemed his finest, Kemble also distinguished himself as acting manager at Drury Lane under Sheridan. Described by Sir Walter Scott as 'grave, critical, full and laudably accurate', this extensive two-volume biography was the work of James Boaden (1762–1839), an author well acquainted with the foremost theatrical personalities of his day. Boaden's biographies of Sarah Siddons, Elizabeth Inchbald and Dorothy Jordan have also been reissued in this series, along with his edition of David Garrick's correspondence. Volume 1 of the present work covers Kemble's career through to his first season in charge at Drury Lane in 1788–9. Volume 2 closes with the text of Kemble's will.
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Memoirs of the Life of John Philip Kemble, Esq. 2 Volume Set: Including a History of the Stage, from the Time of Garrick to the Present Period
Born into the theatre, though originally intended for Catholic holy orders, John Philip Kemble (1757–1823) made as great a name for himself on the English stage as his gifted older sister, Sarah Siddons. Known for his mastery of tragic Shakespearian roles, among which Coriolanus was deemed his finest, Kemble also distinguished himself as acting manager at Drury Lane under Sheridan. Described by Sir Walter Scott as 'grave, critical, full and laudably accurate', this extensive two-volume biography was the work of James Boaden (1762–1839), an author well acquainted with the foremost theatrical personalities of his day. Boaden's biographies of Sarah Siddons, Elizabeth Inchbald and Dorothy Jordan have also been reissued in this series, along with his edition of David Garrick's correspondence. Volume 1 of the present work covers Kemble's career through to his first season in charge at Drury Lane in 1788–9. Volume 2 closes with the text of Kemble's will.
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Memoirs of the Life of John Philip Kemble, Esq. 2 Volume Set: Including a History of the Stage, from the Time of Garrick to the Present Period
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ISBN-13: | 9781108064941 |
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Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
Publication date: | 09/05/2013 |
Series: | Cambridge Library Collection - British & Irish History, 17th & 18th Centuries |
Pages: | 1132 |
Product dimensions: | 5.71(w) x 8.58(h) x 2.72(d) |
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