The Life of Edmund Kean is a biography of the famous English actor, Edmund Kean, written by Barry Cornwall. The book details Kean's life from his birth in 1787 to his death in 1833. Kean was known for his dramatic performances on stage and his personal life was equally dramatic, filled with scandal and controversy. The book explores Kean's early years as a struggling actor, his rise to fame, and his personal relationships with women, including his...