| Author |
Terry, Ellen, 1847-1928 |
| Title |
The Story of My Life: Recollections and Reflections
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Suzanne Shell, Linda Cantoni and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"The Story of My Life: Recollections and Reflections" by Ellen Terry is an autobiographical account written during the early 20th century. This captivating work shares the reflections of Ellen Terry, a renowned actress of the Victorian stage, highlighting her journey and experiences within the theatrical world. It provides insights into her childhood in a theatrical family, her lifelong dedication to acting, and her relationships with influential figures in the theater, capturing the essence of a vibrant and evolving period in the performing arts. The opening of the memoir introduces Ellen's early memories growing up in an actor's household, where the world of theater was a constant. She shares vivid recollections of her childhood in Glasgow and the loving, albeit demanding, environment created by her parents, both actors. The narrative sets the stage for her eventual entry into the world of performance, illustrating her initial reluctance and early encounters with the theater before she ultimately found her footing as a child actress in a production of Shakespeare's "A Winter's Tale." Her reflections showcase not only her personal struggles and triumphs but also give a broader view of the theatrical life that shaped her identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Terry, Ellen, Dame, 1847-1928
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| Subject |
Actresses -- Great Britain -- Biography
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12326 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 2, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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