Life And Art Of Joseph Jefferson

The book ""Life And Art Of Joseph Jefferson: Together With Some Account Of His Ancestry And Of The Jefferson Family Of Actors"" was written by William Winter and was first published in 1893. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and career of Joseph Jefferson, who was a prominent American actor of the 19th century. The book starts with a brief overview of Jefferson's ancestry and the history of the Jefferson family of actors. It then goes on to describe Jefferson's childhood and early life, his training as an actor, and his first performances on stage. The book also provides detailed accounts of some of Jefferson's most famous roles, including Rip Van Winkle, which he played for over 40 years.In addition to Jefferson's career as an actor, the book also explores his personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends. It also discusses his interests outside of acting, such as painting and fishing.Throughout the book, Winter provides insights into Jefferson's personality, his acting style, and his place in the history of American theater. The book is well-researched and includes numerous anecdotes and quotes from Jefferson and his contemporaries.Overall, ""Life And Art Of Joseph Jefferson"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of American theater, the life of Joseph Jefferson, or the art of acting.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.