The life of Mr. James Quin, comedian, with the history of the stage from his commencing actor to his retreat to Bath. Illustrated with many curious and interesting anecdotes of several persons of distinction, literature, and gallantry. To which is added a supplement of original facts and anecdotes, arranged from authentic sources. Together with his trial for the murder of Mr. Bowen.

Author: JAMES QUIN.
Title: The life of Mr. James Quin, comedian, with the history of the stage from his commencing actor to his retreat to Bath. Illustrated with many curious and interesting anecdotes of several persons of distinction, literature, and gallantry. To which is added a supplement of original facts and anecdotes, arranged from authentic sources. Together with his trial for the murder of Mr. Bowen.
Description: London: N.P., 1887 reprint [1766.] 8vo. [ii], 107pp, portrait frontis, tail-pieces, title-page printed in red and black. Original parchment, bevelled edges, uncut. Spine browned and worn with loss; binding soiled; feps browned. Ex-reference library with usual evidence to prelims.

Keywords: biography Theatre Social History

Price: GBP 25.52 = appr. US$ 36.44 Seller: John Turton
- Book number: 38559

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