Life Of Edwin Forrest V2: The American Tragedian (1877)

By William Rounseville Alger

Book Overview

The Life of Edwin Forrest V2: The American Tragedian (1877) is a biography written by William Rounseville Alger about the life and career of Edwin Forrest, a renowned American actor of the 19th century. The book is the second volume in a series and covers the period from 1845 to 1872, detailing Forrest's rise to fame, his personal life, and his contributions to American theater.Forrest was known for his powerful performances in tragic roles, and Alger explores the actor's technique and style, as well as his impact on American theater. The biography also delves into Forrest's personal life, including his troubled marriage to actress Catherine Sinclair and his involvement in political controversies.Alger draws on a variety of sources, including personal letters and interviews with Forrest's contemporaries, to provide a rich and detailed portrait of the actor and his times. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American theater or the life of Edwin Forrest.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: 1167018664
• ISBN13: 9781167018664
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 454 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"