The Vagabonds Of Shakespeare's Youth (1880)

The Vagabonds of Shakespeare's Youth is a book written by Edward Viles and published in 1880. The book explores the life and experiences of William Shakespeare during his youth, specifically his time spent with a group of traveling actors known as the Vagabonds. Viles delves into the history of the Elizabethan era and the role of traveling actors during this time period. He also examines Shakespeare's early life, including his upbringing in Stratford-upon-Avon and his move to London to pursue a career in the theatre. Throughout the book, Viles provides detailed descriptions of the Vagabonds and their performances, as well as their influence on Shakespeare's work. He also explores the social and political context of the time, including the impact of the Reformation and the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Overall, The Vagabonds of Shakespeare's Youth provides a fascinating look into the life of one of the world's most famous playwrights and the world in which he lived. It offers insight into the creative process of Shakespeare and the influences that shaped his work.Described By John Awdeley In His Fraternitye Of Vacabondes, 1561-1573; Thomas Harman In His Caueat For Common Cursetors, 1567-1573; And In The Groundworks Of Conny-Catching, 1592.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.