Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life And Art Of Joseph Jefferson: Together With Some Account Of His Ancestry And Of The Jefferson Family Of Actors"" was written by William Winter and published in 1893. The book is a comprehensive biography of the life and career of Joseph Jefferson, a famous American actor who was renowned for his portrayal of the character Rip Van Winkle. The book details the early life of Joseph Jefferson, including his ancestry and family background. It also provides an account of the Jefferson family of actors, of which Joseph was a member. The book goes on to describe Joseph's career in the theater, including his early years as a child actor and his later success as an adult. The author, William Winter, was a well-known theater critic and writer who was a contemporary of Joseph Jefferson. Winter's writing is detailed and engaging, and he provides a vivid portrait of the life and times of Joseph Jefferson. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American theater and the life of one of its most famous actors.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
