Publisher's Synopsis
Biographia Dramatica V2: Or A Companion To The Playhouse is a book written by David Erskine Baker in 1812. It is the second volume of a two-volume set that serves as a comprehensive guide to the history of English theatre, from its earliest origins to the end of the 18th century. The book includes biographical information on playwrights, actors, and other important figures in the theatre world, as well as synopses and critical analyses of many of the most important plays of the time. The volume also contains a variety of appendices, including a list of plays performed at the Theatre Royal in Drury Lane, a list of actors and actresses, and a glossary of theatrical terms. Biographia Dramatica V2 is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of English theatre and the cultural and social context in which it developed.In Three Volumes.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.
