Bram Stoker

Broschiertes Buch

Personal Reminiscences Of Henry Irving V2 (1906)

Beschreibung

""Personal Reminiscences of Henry Irving V2"" is a book written by Bram Stoker and published in 1906. It is a collection of personal anecdotes and memories of the renowned British actor, Henry Irving, who was also a close friend of Stoker. The book is divided into several chapters, each one detailing different aspects of Irving's life, including his early years, his rise to fame, his theatrical successes, and his personal relationships. Stoker's writing is both intimate and informative, providing readers with a unique insight into the life and career of one of the most influential actors of his time. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of theatre and the lives of famous actors.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.

Autor

"Bram Stoker, born in Dublin in 1847, overcame a childhood illness to become an accomplished athlete and scholar at Trinity College. His career took a pivotal turn when he became the personal assistant to the famous actor Sir Henry Irving and managed London's Lyceum Theatre for 27 years, immersing himself in high society. While best known for his 1897 novel Dracula, Stoker wrote several other works of gothic fiction. Dracula, in particular, drew on his fascination with folklore and became an iconic influence in vampire literature and popular culture.Stoker's life was shaped by his wide range of interests, including literature, theatre, and travel. His time managing the Lyceum Theatre gave him access to London's literary and artistic circles, where he met figures like Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Walt Whitman. His travels to places like Whitby, England, and Cruden Bay, Scotland, helped inspire the eerie settings in Dracula. Although he never visited Eastern Europe, Stoker's extensive research into its folklore gave his most famous work a haunting authenticity.In his later years, Stoker faced declining health and financial struggles, yet he remained productive until his death in 1912. Dracula was not initially recognized as a literary masterpiece but has since become one of the most influential horror novels ever written, cementing Stoker's place in literary history. His unique blend of gothic horror, folklore, and Victorian anxieties continues to captivate readers and inspire adaptations across all forms of media."

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 428
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 616g
• ISBN-13: 9781437141672
• ISBN-10: 1437141676
• Artikelnr.: 25522870