Mrs. Siddons by Nina H. Kennard
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"Mrs. Siddons" by Nina H. Kennard is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on the life and career of Sarah Siddons, a renowned actress known for her profound moral integrity and artistic achievements. The narrative is set against the backdrop of her rise from humble beginnings within a theatrical family to become one of the most celebrated figures in English theater. At the start of the
biography, the author presents an overview of the historical and cultural context surrounding Mrs. Siddons's life. The opening chapters delve into her parentage and childhood, emphasizing the challenges faced by Sarah and her family as impoverished traveling actors in a society that often looked down on their profession. The text illustrates the rigors of their itinerant lifestyle while hinting at Sarah's emerging talents and strong character, suggesting the foundation upon which her later success would be built. The subsequent chapters promise to explore her years of hardship, love, and ultimate triumph in the world of theater, setting the stage for a captivating portrait of this remarkable woman. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kennard, Nina H., 1844-1926 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Ingram, John Henry, 1842-1916 |
| Title | Mrs. Siddons |
| Series Title | Eminent Women Series |
| Credits | Nick Wall 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: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Actresses -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Siddons, Sarah, 1755-1831 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66222 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-66222-0 |
| Release Date | Sep 5, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 589 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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