The Hammerton, J. A. (John Alexander) 1871-1949 creator Barnard, Frederick 1846-1896 Bateman, H. M. (Henry Mayo) 1887-1970 Baynes, Philip Booth, J. L. C. 1876-1915 Brunton, W. S. Du Maurier, George 1834-1896 Griset, Ernest Henry 1844-1907 Haselden, William 1872-1953 Keene, Charles 1823-1891 Leech, John 1817-1864 Maybank, Thomas 1869-1929 May, Phil 1864-1903 Pears, Charles 1873-1958 Thomson, J. Gordon text utu 2016 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Fun Library, vol. 8: Stage, Study & Studio" by J. A. Hammerton et al. is a collection of humorous illustrations and anecdotes focused on the performing arts, particularly the interplay of life in the theatre, art studios, and literary circles. Written during the late 19th century, this volume captures the essence of Bohemian life in London, presenting a comedic yet affectionate look at artists, actors, and their idiosyncrasies, often drawing on the traditions of past humorists. The opening of this volume introduces the art and humor surrounding the theatrical world, emphasizing practical jokes and comedic scenarios inherent in playhouse life. Through a series of anecdotes about famous actors and their antics, readers get a glimpse into the light-hearted spirit of the theatrical community. The text juxtaposes traditional dramatic elements with whimsical occurrences, assuring that the audience is entertained by both the scripted performances and the unscripted hilarity that accompanies them. This blend of wit and art makes it a delightful read for those interested in the lighter side of performance art and the charming quirks of its practitioners. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-07-21 Produced by Chris Curnow, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified English wit and humor English wit and humor, Pictorial PN PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52614 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52614 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134219.0 52614