| Author |
Reade, Charles, 1814-1884 |
| Title |
Peg Woffington
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peg_Woffington_(novel)
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| Credits |
Produced by James Rusk, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Peg Woffington" by Charles Reade is a dramatic story written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around the life of the celebrated actress Margaret Woffington, exploring themes of theatre, personal ambition, and the turbulent interactions of love and art. The book highlights various actors and playwrights of the era, including Mr. Vane, who admires Woffington's talent and beauty. At the start of the tale, we are introduced to Triplet, a struggling scene painter and playwright, who is beset by his artistic failures and dreams of literary success. His dissatisfaction with his life is contrasted with his admiration for Mrs. Woffington, who captivates audiences with her performances. The story unfolds in a theatre setting, where characters navigate their aspirations and relationships, including Mr. Vane's burgeoning passion for Woffington, while also highlighting the dynamics and rivalries among the actors. The opening establishes the stage as a vivid backdrop for the drama that evolves, promising a rich exploration of both the personal and professional lives of its characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Biographical fiction
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History -- 18th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Actresses -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Woffington, Margaret, -1760 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3670 |
| Release Date |
Jan 1, 2003 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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