The Romance Of The English Stage V1

by Percy Fitzgerald

Book Overview

The Romance of the English Stage V1 is a book written by Percy Fitzgerald that provides a comprehensive overview of the history of English theatre. The book is divided into multiple chapters, each of which focuses on a different period in the development of English theatre. Fitzgerald covers the rise of medieval theatre, the emergence of Elizabethan drama, the Restoration period, and the rise of the modern theatre in the 19th century.The author provides detailed accounts of the major playwrights of each era, including William Shakespeare, Christopher Marlowe, Ben Jonson, and Oscar Wilde. He also explores the role of actors and actresses in shaping the English theatre, discussing the careers of famous performers such as David Garrick, Sarah Siddons, and Ellen Terry.In addition to discussing the artistic and cultural significance of English theatre, Fitzgerald also delves into the social and political context in which it developed. He examines the influence of censorship, the impact of changing attitudes towards morality and sexuality, and the role of theatre in reflecting and shaping public opinion.Overall, The Romance of the English Stage V1 is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the history of English theatre, providing readers with a detailed understanding of the art form's evolution over time.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: 1163621137
• ISBN13: 9781163621134
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 346 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"