02237cam a22003373u 4500 69826 UtSlPG 20260610134620.0 m cr n 260607r20231911utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 11001635 UtSlPG en iso639-1 ML Rice, Edw. Le Roy (Edward Le Roy), 1871-1938 Monarchs of minstrelsy, from "Daddy" Rice to date Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-01-18 deaurider, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Monarchs of Minstrelsy, from 'Daddy' Rice to Date" by Edw. Le Roy Rice is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the evolution of minstrel shows, focusing on the significant figures and performers from the inception of this entertainment style to the present day of its writing. It delves into the lives and careers of celebrated performers while capturing the unique cultural narratives of the minstrel art form. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of minstrelsy, questioning its relevance and survival amid changing societal views. It reflects on the notable artists who have passed away in recent years and highlights the contributions of both older and younger generations of performers. Through a combination of personal anecdotes and researched accounts, the author aims to preserve the legacy of these artists, emphasizing the significance of their stories in the broader context of American entertainment history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Kenny Publishing Company, 1911 Minstrel shows Actors -- United States https://archive.org/details/monarchsofminstr00rice https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69826 110586 110586