The Theatrical Primer by Harold Acton Vivian
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"The Theatrical Primer" by Harold Acton Vivian is a whimsical and satirical children's book written in the early 20th century. This unique work serves as an introduction to the world of theatre, using playful language and humor to depict the various characters and elements found in theatrical productions. The book is likely aimed at young readers, providing them with a lighthearted exploration of the theatre's inner workings. In this charming rendition, the
narrative takes readers through a series of vignettes about the various figures who populate the theatrical world, including managers, actors, press agents, and audience members. Each page offers a comedic commentary on the absurdities of theatre life, from the struggles of actors to the interactions between the audience and performers. The text blends clever wordplay and humorous scenarios, enlightening children on the delightful chaos of a theatre while simultaneously poking fun at its conventions. Through vivid descriptions and humorous observations, the book both entertains and educates its young audience about the fanciful yet challenging world of theatre. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Vivian, Harold Acton, 1877?-1929 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Sagerson, Francis P. |
| Title | The Theatrical Primer |
| Credits |
Produced by deaurider, Dianne Nolan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 95.8 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Theater -- Humor |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52491 |
| Release Date | Jul 3, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 262 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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