Synopses & Reviews
Review
An analysis of the actor David Garrick as a man, `typical of his time in the relation his background forged between his life and his art.' ... The book will be of interest to 18th-century theater scholars because it challenges some accepted views of the theater of the time and of Garrick's personality and ability. ... The book concludes with an 11-page bibliographical essay which is very useful. University level collections.Choice
Review
Leigh Woods' comprehensive biography explores the sources of the great actor's popular appeal and his rapport with 18th century society.Backstage