Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Thomas Holcroft V1 is a biography of the English writer, playwright, and political activist Thomas Holcroft, written by Holcroft himself. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Holcroft's early life and career up to the year 1789. Holcroft was born in London in 1745 and began his career as an actor, but soon turned to writing plays and novels. He was a prominent figure in the literary and political circles of his time, and was involved in various radical movements. The first volume of the book provides a detailed account of Holcroft's upbringing, his early struggles as an actor and writer, and his eventual success as a playwright. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with depression. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of England's most interesting literary figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of English literature, theatre, and politics.In Two Volumes.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.
