Henry Irving's Impressions of America by Joseph Hatton

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Author Hatton, Joseph, 1841-1907
Title Henry Irving's Impressions of America
Narrated in a Series of Sketches, Chronicles, and Conversations
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Summary "Henry Irving's Impressions of America" by Joseph Hatton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the experiences and reflections of the renowned English actor Henry Irving during his tour of America, offering insights into both the theatrical world and cultural exchanges between England and America. The text likely explores themes of admiration, cultural differences, and the complexity of public perception surrounding an artist touring in a foreign land. The opening of the text introduces us to Henry Irving's anticipation of his American tour, highlighting his confidence and optimism about being received warmly by American audiences. It captures conversations about the theatrical life and speculative expectations of Irving's performance style in comparison to American tastes, setting the stage for the complexities of his experience. The narrative showcases Irving's interactions with fellow actors and friends, who offer their opinions on how the audiences might respond to his artistry, creating an atmosphere of curiosity and apprehension about the reception he would face upon arrival. Hatton's tone suggests a blend of admiration for Irving and commentary on the cultural nuances that may influence the tour's success. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
Subject United States -- Description and travel
Subject Actors -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject Irving, Henry, Sir, 1838-1905 -- Travel -- United States
Subject British -- United States -- History -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 52357
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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