Edwin Booth

by Charles Townsend Copeland

Book Overview

The book ""Edwin Booth"" by Charles Townsend Copeland is a biography of the famous American actor Edwin Booth. The book follows Booth's life from his childhood to his rise as one of the most prominent actors of his time. Copeland delves into Booth's family background, including his relationship with his famous brother, John Wilkes Booth, who infamously assassinated President Abraham Lincoln. The book also explores Booth's personal life, including his marriages and his struggles with alcoholism. Copeland analyzes Booth's acting style and the impact he had on the theater world, as well as his philanthropic efforts, including the founding of the Players Club in New York City. Overall, ""Edwin Booth"" provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most celebrated actors.Early Biography Of The Famous Actor Who Died In 1893. First Appearance Of Many Of Booth's Letters.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: 116295681X
• ISBN13: 9781162956817
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 188 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"