Charles Reade

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Peg Woffington

Beschreibung

Peg Woffington by Charles Reade is a historical fiction novel set in 18th-century England that centers around the life and career of the famous Irish actress, Peg Woffington. The story delves into her rise in the theater, highlighting her acting career and the celebrity culture of the time. Reade explores themes of love, relationships, and the moral dilemmas faced by women in theater, offering a character study that balances romance with social satire. The novel paints a vivid picture of London society, portraying the struggles and triumphs of a woman navigating the challenges of fame and success. Combining elements of comedy and drama, Peg Woffington offers a reflection on the art of acting and the blurred lines between art and life. As a Victorian novel, it showcases Charles Reade's talent for blending biographical elements with fictional storytelling, making it a significant contribution to 19th-century literature.

Autor

Charles Reade, a British novelist and dramatist, is best known for his work The Cloister and the Hearth. Charles Reade was born in Ipsden, Oxfordshire, to John Reade and Anne Marie Scott-Waring. He had at least four brothers. He received his B.A. from Magdalen College, Oxford, in 1835, and later became a fellow of the college. He then became dean of arts and vice-president, and in 1847 he received his D.C.L degree. His name was entered at Lincoln's Inn in 1836; he was chosen a Vinerian Fellow in 1842 and admitted to the bar in 1843. He maintained his fellowship at Magdalen throughout his life, but after receiving his degree, he spent the majority of his time in London. William Winwood Reade, the prominent historian, was his nephew. Reade began his writing career as a dramatist, and he elected to list "dramatist" first on his tombstone. As an author, he was always aware of the stage effect in scenes, settings, and conversation. His first comedy, The Ladies' Battle, debuted at the Olympic Theatre in May 1851. It was succeeded by Angela (1851), A Village Tale (1852), The Lost Husband (1852), and Gold (1853).

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 148
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 196g
• ISBN-13: 9789367141908
• ISBN-10: 9367141904
• Artikelnr.: 73247272