An historical and critical account of the theatres in Europe. Viz. The Italian, Spanish, French, English, Dutch, Flemish, and German Theatres. In which is contain'd A review of the Manner, Persons and Character of the Actors; intermix'd with many Curious Dissertations upon the Drama. Together with two celebrated essays: viz. An essay on Action, or, The Art of Speaking in Public: And, A Comparison of the Ancient and Modern Drama. By the famous Lewis Riccoboni of the Italian Theatre at Paris. The Whole illustrated with Notes by the Author and Translator

All titles

• An historical and critical account of the theatres in Europe. Viz. The Italian, Spanish, French, English, Dutch, Flemish, and German Theatres. In which is contain'd A review of the Manner, Persons and Character of the Actors; intermix'd with many Curious Dissertations upon the Drama. Together with two celebrated essays: viz. An essay on Action, or, The Art of Speaking in Public: And, A Comparison of the Ancient and Modern Drama. By the famous Lewis Riccoboni of the Italian Theatre at Paris. The Whole illustrated with Notes by the Author and Translator
• Reflexions historiques et critiques sur les différens théâtres de l'Europe. English

People / Organizations

• Luigi Riccoboni (Author)

Imprint

London : printed for T. Waller, in the Temple; and R. Dodsley, in Pall-Mall, 1741.

Publication year

1741

ESTC No.

T147332

Grub Street ID

193892

Description

[16],333,[19]p. ; 8°.

Note

With a half-title.

Uncontrolled note

P.74 misnumbered 47. O copy has ill. but same pag