The age and stage of George L. Fox, 1825-1877
By: Laurence Senelick.
Edition: Expanded ed.
Series: Studies in theatre history and culture
Publisher: University of Iowa Press
Published: 1999
Place of publication: Iowa City
Language: eng
Number of pages: 286
Subjects: Fox, George Lafayette, 1825-1877; Mimes -- United States -- Biography; Comedians -- United States -- Biography; Theater -- United States -- History -- 19th century
Genres: Biography.
Other titles: Age & stage of George L. Fox, 1825-1877
Description: "Senelick's biography of the panto clown Laff Fox, renowned in his time as America's funniest performer, brings this most popular and most tragic legend to life. In his new essay to this expanded edition, Senelick draws upon recent discoveries and insights to further animate Fox's remarkable career."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 261-272) and index.