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John Howard Payne: American Poet, Actor, Playwright, Consul And The Author Of Home, Sweet Home

John Howard Payne: American Poet, Actor, Playwright, Consul And The Author Of Home, Sweet Home

Chiles, Rosa Pendleton

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ISBN10: 1428653554
ISBN13: 9781428653559
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Jul 25 2006
Pages: 96
Weight: 0.33
Height: 0.23 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
John Howard Payne: American Poet, Actor, Playwright, Consul And The Author Of Home, Sweet Home is a comprehensive biography that explores the life and career of John Howard Payne, a prominent figure in American literature, theater, and diplomacy. Written by Rosa Pendleton Chiles, this book delves into Payne's early years as a struggling actor and playwright in New York City, his rise to fame as a successful author and performer, and his later years as a diplomat serving in various countries around the world.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Payne's life and career. The first chapter provides a detailed account of Payne's childhood and early years in New York City, where he struggled to make a name for himself in the competitive world of theater and literature. Subsequent chapters explore Payne's success as a playwright, his work as a diplomat, and his enduring legacy as the author of the beloved song Home, Sweet Home.Throughout the book, Chiles draws on a wide range of primary sources, including Payne's own letters and diaries, as well as contemporary accounts from his friends and colleagues. She also provides extensive historical context, situating Payne's life and work within the broader cultural and political landscape of his time.Overall, John Howard Payne: American Poet, Actor, Playwright, Consul And The Author Of Home, Sweet Home is a fascinating and engaging biography that sheds new light on one of America's most important cultural figures. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in American literature, theater, or history, as well as those who simply enjoy a well-written and informative biography.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.

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