Publisher's Synopsis
""The Earl of Dudley, Mr. Lumley, and Her Majesty's Theatre: A Narrative of Facts"" is a historical book written by Benjamin Lumley in 1863. The book is a detailed account of the events that took place during Lumley's tenure as the manager of Her Majesty's Theatre in London, England. The book focuses on the conflicts that arose between Lumley and the Earl of Dudley, who was a shareholder in the theatre. Lumley provides a firsthand account of the disputes between the two men, which led to a lawsuit and a public scandal. The book also offers insights into the workings of the theatre industry during the Victorian era, including the challenges faced by managers and performers. Overall, ""The Earl of Dudley, Mr. Lumley, and Her Majesty's Theatre"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of theatre and the social dynamics of Victorian England.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.
