An Apology for the Life of Colley Cibber: With an Historical View of the Stage During His Own TimeActor, manager, and playwright Cibber was among the most influential people in 18th century London theater. This book chronicles the era's plays, playwrights, and actors, offering a glimpse into modern theater's beginnings. |
Contents
The Introduction The Authors Birth Various Fortune at School | 5 |
He that writes of himself not easily tird Boys may give Men Les | 21 |
The Authors several Chances for the Church the Court and | 36 |
CHAP IV | 54 |
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