Book Description

This book is a comprehensive biography of the 19th-century American actor Edwin Forrest, illustrated with photos and sketches of his performances and fellow actors. The book delves into Forrest's personal life, including his tumultuous relationships and legal battles, while also analyzing his unique acting style and impact on American theater. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.