Jerome K. Jerome

Stage-Land (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Jerome K. Jerome's 'Stage-Land' provides a fascinating and humorous insight into the world of the theatre. Written in a satirical and entertaining style, the book delves into the behind-the-scenes antics of actors, playwrights, and directors, while also examining the audience's role in shaping the theatrical experience. Jerome's wit and keen observational skills make this a must-read for anyone interested in the performing arts. The book not only entertains but also offers valuable commentary on the nature of performance and the art of storytelling, making it a valuable addition to any literary collection. Set in the late 19th century, 'Stage-Land' reflects the author's own experiences in the world of theatre, drawing on his own encounters with the eccentric personalities and colorful characters that inhabit this unique realm. Jerome's background as a playwright and actor lends authenticity to his portrayal of the theatre world, adding depth and credibility to his narrative. Overall, 'Stage-Land' is a delightful and thought-provoking read that will appeal to both theatre enthusiasts and fans of witty, insightful writing.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 137
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664603364
• Artikelnr.: 58501006

Autorenporträt

Jerome Klapka Jerome (1859 - 1927) was an English writer and humourist, best known for the comic travelogue Three Men in a Boat (1889). Other works include the essay collections Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow (1886) and Second Thoughts of an Idle Fellow; Three Men on the Bummel, a sequel to Three Men in a Boat and several other novels. Jerome was inspired by his older sister Blandina's love for the theatre and he decided to try his hand at acting in 1877, under the stage name Harold Crichton. He joined a repertory troupe that produced plays on a shoestring budget, often drawing on the actors' own meager resources - Jerome was penniless at the time - to purchase costumes and props. After three years on the road with no evident success, the 21-year-old Jerome decided that he had enough of stage life and sought other occupations. He tried to become a journalist, writing essays, satires and short stories, but most of these were rejected. Over the next few years, he was a school teacher, a packer and a solicitor's clerk. Finally, in 1885, he had some success with On the Stage - and Off (1885), a comic memoir of his experiences with the acting troupe, followed by Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow (1886), a collection of humorous essays which had previously appeared in the newly founded magazine, Home Chimes, the same magazine that would later serialize Three Men in a Boat.