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100 1 _aRobins, Edward,
_d1862-1943
245 1 4 _aThe Palmy Days of Nance Oldfield
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-03-01
508 _aE-text prepared by the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"The Palmy Days of Nance Oldfield" by Edward Robins is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life of Anne Oldfield, a celebrated comedienne of the early 18th century, tracing her journey from humble beginnings as a seamstress to becoming a prominent figure on the English stage. The narrative captures the culture of the theatrical world during her time, offering insight into the social dynamics and the evolution of drama in England. The opening of the book introduces Anne Oldfield's origins, noting her birth into a family with a royal connection yet plunged into poverty after her father's death. Despite her circumstances, her talent and deep appreciation for theatre emerge early, as she captivates audiences with her voice while performing at the Mitre Tavern. The narrative sets the stage for her eventual rise in the theatre scene, detailing her encounters with influential figures like Captain Farquhar and Sir John Vanbrugh, who encourage her ambitions. Through vivid depictions of her charm and intelligence, the start of the book establishes the foundation for a journey marked by artistic evolution and societal intrigue as Oldfield seeks her place within the competitive world of 18th-century theatre. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aTheater -- Great Britain -- History -- 18th century
653 _aActresses -- Great Britain -- Biography
653 _aOldfield, Anne, 1683-1730
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11717
999 _c53163
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