02499cam a22003613u 4500 51923 UtSlPG 20260610134209.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Moore, Frank Frankfort, 1855-1931 The Impudent Comedian, & Others The Impudent Comedian, and Others Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-05-01 The impudent comedian -- Kitty Clive, actress -- A question of art -- The muse of tragedy -- The way to keep him -- The capture of the duke. Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by Google Books "The Impudent Comedian & Others" by Frank Frankfort Moore is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The book focuses primarily on the character of Nelly Gwyn, an actress navigating the complexities and intrigues of her life in the theater, which intersects with the royal court. The opening portion introduces readers to a lively exchange between Nelly and her mother, highlighting themes of ambition, identity, and the contrasting lives of people from different social strata. The opening of the work sets the stage for Nelly's character, who reflects on her rise from humble beginnings as an orange seller to a celebrated actress. As she converses with her mother, the tone is filled with wit and humor, revealing both the affection and tension in their relationship. Nelly's mother alludes to a past love, Dick Harraden, returning to her life unexpectedly, which sparks a mix of nostalgia and apprehension in Nelly. This initial encounter hints at deeper emotional entanglements and societal pressures, drawing readers into the intricate world of love and ambition that defines Nelly's existence, setting the tone for the delightful and dramatic tales that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Historical fiction Short stories Great Britain -- History -- 18th century -- Fiction Celebrities -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51923 92757 92757