A young actress-in-training navigates stage life, tough bosses, and a warm, troublesome mentor in a vivid Victorian world.
Esther Cowen’s journey unfolds through crowded streets, modest theaters, and the bustling households that shape a performer’s path. This edition follows her first steps as she seeks training, balance, and a fragile confidence in the face of mixed signals from managers, teachers, and a bustling supporting cast.
From a chance audition to tense lessons and dramatic backstage dynamics, the story captures the pulse of early theater life, where talent meets patience, pride meets practicality, and every encounter could steer a dream toward or away from the spotlight.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction centered on the theater, character growth, and the social texture of turn‑of‑the‑century performance life.
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Mr. Haynes, a puffy little man, with large head, fat cheeks, twinkling little grey eyes, and an up-turned nose that made him irre sistible whenever he attempted low comedy, obeyed, so far as to seat himself silently.
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"You really must excuse me. The other room is too dark. There's Punch - and there's the Pall Mall."
"Pray allow me to assist you."
"I'll only allow you to mind your own business until my hair is done."
Mr. Haynes, a puffy little man, with large head, fat cheeks, twinkling little grey eyes, and an up-turned nose that made him irresistible whenever he attempted low comedy, obeyed, so far as to seat himself silently.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book is a compelling exploration of the tumultuous life of a young woman named Esther, navigating the complexities of her family history and the search for her own identity. Set amidst the social and religious tensions of Ireland, the author immerses readers in Esther's journey as she grapples with her parents' separation and the conflicting influences that shape her beliefs. Through Esther's experiences, the book delves into themes of cultural identity, faith, and the power of self-discovery. It offers a nuanced examination of the impact of societal norms and the profound influence of parental relationships on the individual. Ultimately, this book serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of embracing one's true nature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781331580270_0
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Condición: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 288 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Nº de ref. del artículo: 25973178/2
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