Biographia Dramatica, Or, A Companion to the Playhouse: Containing Historical and Critical Memoirs, and Original Anecdotes, of British and Irish Dramatic Writers, from the Commencement of Our Theatrical Exhibitions, Among Whom are Some of the Most Celebrated Actors : Also an Alphabetical Account, and Chronological Lists, of Their Works, the Dates when Printed, and Observations on Their Merits : Together with an Introductory View of the Rise and Progress of the British Stage, Volume 1, Part 2Stephen Jones, Isaac Reed Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme, and Brown ... [and 10 others], 1812 - English drama |
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