Routledge - The Life of Mr. Thomas Betterton Biography

Explore a significant piece of theatrical history with The Life of Mr. Thomas Betterton: The Late Eminent Tragedian from the Routledge Revivals series. Originally published in 1710, this volume provides the full text of Charles Gildon's work, offering a deep look into the life of a legendary performer. This edition serves as more than a simple biography. For readers interested in the history of performance, Gildon uses the text to examine the action and utterance of the stage. It provides a foundation for studying the specific techniques of acting and the art of theatrical oratory used during the era. Whether you are a student of dramatic criticism or a collector of historical literature, this Routledge Revival brings a classic text back into focus. It is an essential resource for understanding how early theatrical techniques were documented and analyzed by critics of the period.