Edwin Booth was one of the greatest actors of the 19th century, renowned for his power, versatility, and emotional depth. In this insightful biography, Edwin Booth Crossmann offers a detailed portrait of the man and his work, drawing on a wealth of primary sources and personal recollections to paint a vivid picture of a towering figure in American theatre. Crossmann's analysis of Booth's legacy is sure to fascinate anyone interested in the history of American drama. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.