The English Actor
From Medieval to Modern
(Author) Peter Ackroyd
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Charts the uniquely English approach to stagecraft, describing the genesis of acting through the flourishing of the craft in the Renaissance to modern methods that followed the advent of film and television. The biographies of the most notable and celebrated actors are also explored
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Publisher:
Reaktion Books
Format:
Hardcover
Number of pages:
413
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781789146998
Publish year:
2023
Publish date:
March 1, 2023
Peter Ackroyd
Peter Ackroyd is a prolific British author known for his biographies and historical fiction. His most famous work is "London: The Biography," an expansive exploration of the city's history and culture. Ackroyd's distinctive literary style combines rigorous research with vivid storytelling, making him a key figure in contemporary English literature.
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