An Apology For The Life Of Colley Cibber

An Apology For The Life Of Colley Cibber

Colley Cibber

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2011
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Literatura: historia y crítica
ISBN:
9781174885389
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'An Apology For The Life Of Colley Cibber' is an autobiography by the prominent 18th-century actor, manager, and playwright Colley Cibber. This first volume offers readers a candid and detailed account of Cibber’s life and career, providing invaluable insights into the theatrical world of his time. Cibber reflects on his experiences on stage, his interactions with fellow actors and playwrights, and the evolving landscape of English theater. Beyond its personal narrative, the book serves as an historical document, offering a critical view of the stage during Cibber’s active years. His observations and anecdotes provide a unique window into the cultural and artistic milieu of the era, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of theater and the performing arts. Cibber’s 'Apology' remains a vital text for understanding the development of English drama and the social context in which it flourished.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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