A Chronicle History Of The London Stage, 1559-1642 (1890)

By Frederick Gard Fleay

Book Overview

""A Chronicle History of the London Stage, 1559-1642"" is a comprehensive book written by Frederick Gard Fleay and published in 1890. The book details the history of the London stage during the period between 1559 and 1642. It provides a detailed account of the various plays, playwrights, actors, and theaters that were active during this time.The book is divided into three parts. The first part covers the period between 1559 and 1583, which was the time of the first permanent theaters in London. The second part covers the period between 1583 and 1603, which was the time of Shakespeare and the Elizabethan era. The third part covers the period between 1603 and 1642, which was the time of the Jacobean era.The book provides a wealth of information on the London stage during this time. It includes information on the various theaters that were active during this period, including the Globe, the Rose, and the Blackfriars. It also provides information on the various plays that were performed during this time, including plays by Shakespeare, Marlowe, and Jonson.The book also provides information on the actors who performed on the London stage during this time. It includes information on famous actors such as Richard Burbage and Edward Alleyn, as well as lesser-known actors.Overall, ""A Chronicle History of the London Stage, 1559-1642"" is an important book for anyone interested in the history of the London stage during this period. It provides a detailed account of the various plays, playwrights, actors, and theaters that were active during this time, and is an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.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: 1166483452
• ISBN13: 9781166483456
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"