Building A Character (1887)

Building A Character is a book written by Andrew Preston Peabody and first published in 1887. The book is a guide for actors and aspiring actors on how to create and develop a character for a stage performance. Peabody provides detailed instructions on how to analyze a character's traits, motivations, and emotions, and how to use this information to create a believable and compelling portrayal on stage. He also discusses the importance of understanding the historical and social context of a character, and how this can inform the actor's interpretation. Throughout the book, Peabody uses examples from classic plays to illustrate his points, and includes exercises and prompts to help actors practice their skills. Building A Character is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of acting, and remains a classic text in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.