Incidents In The Life Of Joseph Grimaldi
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
UnknownA vibrant and concisely told biography of one of the 19th century’s most revered comic geniuses. Incidents in the Life of Joseph Grimaldi explores the rise and tragic complexity of the man who redefined the art of the clown. Grimaldi’s unique physical comedy and timing made him a household name at the Covent Garden Theatre, and this volume brings his professional life and personal struggles to light through an engaging narrative. What distinguishes this particular 1980 edition is the beautiful contribution of Patricia Neville, whose color paintings serve to dramatize and contextualize Grimaldi’s era. It is an excellent example of mid-century biographical publishing, successfully marrying historical research with visual storytelling. For enthusiasts of theatre history, biography, or the evolution of comedic performance, this work remains a delightful and accessible piece of history.
Author: Giles Neville
Format: Hardback
Genre: Biography
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
UnknownA vibrant and concisely told biography of one of the 19th century’s most revered comic geniuses. Incidents in the Life of Joseph Grimaldi explores the rise and tragic complexity of the man who redefined the art of the clown. Grimaldi’s unique physical comedy and timing made him a household name at the Covent Garden Theatre, and this volume brings his professional life and personal struggles to light through an engaging narrative. What distinguishes this particular 1980 edition is the beautiful contribution of Patricia Neville, whose color paintings serve to dramatize and contextualize Grimaldi’s era. It is an excellent example of mid-century biographical publishing, successfully marrying historical research with visual storytelling. For enthusiasts of theatre history, biography, or the evolution of comedic performance, this work remains a delightful and accessible piece of history.