num_pages: 400
description: Memoirs of Richard Cumberland Written By Himself is an autobiographical work by the English dramatist and author Richard Cumberland. The book is a detailed account of Cumberland's life, from his childhood to his career as a playwright and author. Cumberland's memoirs cover a wide range of topics, including his education, his travels, his friendships with literary figures of his time, and his experiences in the theater. The book is divided into several parts, each of which focuses on a different period of Cumberland's life. Part One covers his childhood and early education, while Part Two describes his travels in Europe and his experiences as a young man. Part Three focuses on his career as a playwright, including his most successful plays and his relationships with actors and theater managers. Throughout the book, Cumberland provides a vivid and engaging account of his life, offering insights into the literary and cultural world of eighteenth-century England. He also reflects on the challenges and opportunities that he faced as a writer and artist, and provides a valuable perspective on the social and political issues of his time. Overall, Memoirs of Richard Cumberland Written By Himself is a fascinating and informative account of the life of one of England's most important playwrights and authors. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of English literature and theater.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.
language: English
title: Memoirs of Richard Cumberland Written by Himself
titlecomplete: Memoirs of Richard Cumberland Written by Himself
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publisher: Kessinger Publishing