Recollections And Reflections

Recollections and Reflections: A Professional Autobiography is a memoir written by James Robinson Planche, a prominent English dramatist, author, and antiquary. The book was originally published in 1872 and chronicles Planche's life and career, from his early childhood to his rise to fame in the Victorian era.In the memoir, Planche offers a detailed account of his upbringing, education, and early experiences in the theatre. He also reflects on his collaborations with notable figures in the theatre world, including William Charles Macready, Charles Kean, and Samuel Phelps.Throughout the book, Planche provides insight into the workings of the theatre during the 19th century, including the challenges of writing and producing plays, the politics of the industry, and the impact of censorship on creativity. He also shares his thoughts on the role of theatre in society and the importance of preserving historical plays and traditions.Recollections and Reflections is not only a valuable resource for scholars and historians of theatre, but also a fascinating read for anyone interested in the life and times of one of the most influential figures in Victorian theatre.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.