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100 1 _aKeese, William L.
_q(William Linn),
_d1835-1904
245 1 0 _aWilliam E. Burton: Actor, Author, and Manager :
_bA Sketch of his Career with Recollections of his Performances
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2013-10-11
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Les Galloway, cover image from TIA and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"William E. Burton: Actor, Author, and Manager" by William L. Keese is a biographical account published in the late 19th century. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the life and career of William E. Burton, a prominent English-American actor, author, and theatrical manager renowned for his significant contributions to the performing arts. It focuses on his achievements as both an actor and a manager, detailing his rise to fame and influence in the theater world. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for a comprehensive look at Burton's illustrious career, beginning with a brief overview of his early life and how he transitioned from the printing industry to acting. The narrative touches on his initial performances in provincial theaters before he made his London debut. Keese highlights Burton's unique ability to inhabit a wide range of characters, showcasing his comedic talent and dedication, as well as his eventual move to the United States, where he continued to make a lasting impact on American theater. The author indicates that the memoir will encompass not only Burton's performances but also his role as a theater manager and author, promising an enriching account of a significant figure in dramatic history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aActors -- Biography
653 _aBurton, William E. (William Evans), 1802-1860
653 _aTheatrical managers -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43935
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