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The Thespian Dictionary; Or, Dramatic Biography of the Eighteenth Century; Containing Sketches of the Lives, Productions, &c. of All the Principal Managers, Dramatists, Composers, Commentators, Actors and Actresses, of The United Kingdom: Interspersed with Several Original Anecdotes; and Forming a Concise History of the English Stage, Printed by J. Cundee, London, 1802, 275pp, leather, 4 x 6.5", 18mo Fair condition. Wear to front and rear boards. Tips are bumped. Spine shows chipping and cracking; illegible. Some binding exposed at both headcap and tail. Joints are cracked. Marginalia on front pastedown. Frontispiece is missing. Top corner of QU-RY appears to have been burned; does not affect text. Toning and age-staining throughout textblock. Includes 7 illustrated plates. Please see photos. This volume is a comprehensive reference book that provides a detailed account of the lives and works of notable actors, playwrights, and other influential figures in the theater industry during the early 19th century. The Thespian Dictionary includes biographical sketches, lists of productions, and critical assessments of the various merits of each performer, providing valuable insights into the development of the theater during this period. This is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of theater history and is an essential addition to any collection on the subject. FORN-MSB-0224-TUB0009-JC189
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