The Table-Talk and Bon-Mots of Samuel Foote (Classic Reprint): With an Introductory Memoir - Couverture souple

Foote, Samuel

 
9781333093532: The Table-Talk and Bon-Mots of Samuel Foote (Classic Reprint): With an Introductory Memoir

Synopsis

From the heart of 18th‑century theater comes a sparkling collection of wit, memory, and backstage insight. The book gathers an array of anecdotes, portraits, and bon mots that illuminate Samuel Foote’s era and the lively circles around him. Readable, entertaining, and steeped in theatrical history, it offers a window into the jokes, gossip, and remarkable personalities that shaped the stage.

With an introductory memoir that frames Foote’s life and times, this edition captures the humor, drama, and social texture of his world. Readers will meet actors, playwrights, and critics through vivid scenes, from stage whispers to celebrated performances, all tied together by a keen sense of wit and observation.




  • Character sketches and memorable moments from Foote’s contemporaries and rivals.

  • Illustrative anecdotes about actors, theaters, and the culture of performance.

  • Portraits of artistic life, including how audiences and peers perceived the stage.

  • Context that makes 18th‑century theater accessible and engaging for modern readers.



Ideal for readers of theatre history, memoirs, and fans of Foote’s era.

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