The Life And Writings Of Richard Penn Smith

The Life and Writings of Richard Penn Smith is a biography of the American playwright and author, Richard Penn Smith, written by an unknown author and originally published in 1917. The book is an in-depth exploration of Smith's life and work, tracing his career from his early days as a struggling writer to his eventual success as a prominent figure in the American theater scene.The biography is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Smith's life and career. These sections include his early years, his work as a journalist and editor, his involvement in the theater, and his personal life.One of the highlights of the book is the inclusion of a reprint of Smith's play, The Deformed, which was originally published in 1830. The play is a Gothic melodrama that tells the story of a deformed man who seeks revenge against those who have wronged him.Overall, The Life and Writings of Richard Penn Smith is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and work of one of America's most important playwrights. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American theater or the life of Richard Penn Smith.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.