Henry Irving (1838-1905), the first actor to be knighted, dominated the theatre in Britain and beyond for over a quarter of a century. As an actor, he was strik

"This is an extraordinary, provocative, and informative book which covers a wide range of aspects of the theatre of the time and touches upon a large number of

Originally published in 1978. Henry Irving achieved an astounding success in Britain and America as an actor; yet he lacked good looks, had spindly legs, and di

A book about Sir Henry Irving.

Reproduction of the original: Henry Irving's Impressions of America by Joseph Hatton

The noted English actor recounts his travels to some big American theatre towns with his theatre company and co-star Ellen Terry.

An engaging 1906 two-volume tribute to the most famous actor-manager of the nineteenth century by his closest friend and business manager.