Description

A Deluxe Reissue of the First Edition with some changes. Extensively illustrated from numerous sources, many of which being actors in theatrical character in photographs or engravings. 4to, bound for the publisher by W. Rouch in three-quarter crushed tan morocco over marbled paper covered boards, the spine with raised bands ruled in gilt and blind, central gilt devices in five compartments and gilt lettering in a sixth, marbled endpapers, t.e.g. xv, 509pp. A very fine copy, essentially as mint.

Edizione: the autobiography of one of the greasiest american actors of the later 19th century. while detailing his life and storied theatrical career jefferson has also provided us with a virtual "who's who" of the new york performing arts scene during the victorian era. it also provides great insight in life on the stage in general; including stagecraft, rivalries between inflated personalities, and extensive travel. an important piece of american theatrical history, respected for both its candor and humour.