The Life and Art of Edwin Booth

The Life and Art of Edwin Booth is a comprehensive biography of one of the most renowned American actors of the 19th century, written by William Winter. Edwin Booth was a member of the famous Booth family, which included his father Junius Brutus Booth and his brother John Wilkes Booth, the assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. The book chronicles Edwin Booth's life from his early days as a struggling actor to his rise as a leading figure in the American theater. It explores his personal life, including his relationships with family members, friends, and colleagues, as well as his struggles with addiction and depression. The book also delves into Booth's artistic achievements, including his portrayal of Shakespearean characters such as Hamlet and Richard III, and his role in shaping American theater. Winter provides detailed analyses of Booth's performances, drawing on contemporary reviews and accounts from fellow actors and critics. Throughout the book, Winter offers insights into the cultural and historical context of Booth's life and career, including the social and political changes of the era. The Life and Art of Edwin Booth is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American theater and the life of one of its most celebrated actors.1893. A memoir of Edwin Booth, the American actor, based upon the author's intimate personal knowledge of the subject, and information provided to him by Booth himself. Booth followed his father onto the stage, but it was thought that the genius of the father had not descended to the son. It was not until after his father's death that he came into his own and began to captivate audiences with his performances. Later, for a time, his accomplishments were overshadowed when his brother, John Wilkes Booth, assassinated President Lincoln.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.