Ira Aldridge, the African Roscius
| Author | : Bernth Lindfors |
| Publisher | : University Rochester Press |
| Total Pages | : 316 |
| Release | : 2007 |
| ISBN-10 | : 1580462588 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9781580462587 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (587 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Ira Aldridge, the African Roscius by : Bernth Lindfors
Download or read book Ira Aldridge, the African Roscius written by Bernth Lindfors and published by University Rochester Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ira Aldridge--a black New Yorker--was one of 19th-century Europe's greatest actors, performing abroad for 43 years, winning more awards, honors, and official decorations than any of his professional peers. This collection restores the luster to Aldridge's reputation by examining his extraordinary achievements against all odds.