Annals Of The French Stage V1, 789-1667: From Its Origin To The Death Of Racine (1884)

""Annals Of The French Stage V1, 789-1667: From Its Origin To The Death Of Racine"" is a historical book written by Frederick William Hawkins and published in 1884. The book provides a detailed account of the French theater from its origins in the late 8th century to the death of Racine in 1699. The author has meticulously researched and compiled information about the key figures, plays, and theaters that shaped the French stage during this period. The book is divided into chapters that cover different eras and movements in French theater, such as the medieval mystery plays, the Com�����die-Fran�����aise, and the emergence of tragedy as a dominant genre in the 17th century. The author also explores the social, political, and cultural contexts that influenced the development of French theater. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of French theater and its impact on the wider cultural landscape of France.In Two Volumes.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.