Retrospections of the Stage V1 (1830) is a book written by John Bernard, an English actor and theatre manager. The book is a collection of memoirs and recollections of his experiences in the theatre industry during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the theatre industry. Bernard provides insights into the life of an actor, the workings of the theatre, the audience,...