Rip Van Winkle As Played By Joseph Jefferson

Rip Van Winkle As Played By Joseph Jefferson is a book that provides a detailed account of the famous play adaptation of Washington Irving's classic short story, Rip Van Winkle. The book is written by Joseph Jefferson, a renowned American actor who played the lead role in the play for several years.The book begins with an introduction by the author, where he talks about his experience of playing the character of Rip Van Winkle, and the challenges he faced while bringing the character to life on stage. The book then goes on to provide a detailed synopsis of the play, including the plot, characters, and key scenes.The author also shares his insights into the creative process behind the play, including the development of the script, the casting of the actors, and the design of the set and costumes. He also talks about the audience's reaction to the play, and how it evolved over the years.In addition to the detailed account of the play, the book also includes several photographs of the production, as well as a biography of Joseph Jefferson, highlighting his illustrious career as an actor and his contribution to American theater.Overall, Rip Van Winkle As Played By Joseph Jefferson is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American theater, and provides a unique perspective on one of the most beloved plays of all time.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.