“My chief time for reading is at night while brushing my hair before I go to bed, and as you may suppose, but little profit and pleasure can be derived from such mere sips at the well of knowledge. 'Tis a great privation to me, for my desire for information increases instead of diminishing, and I look forward with great anxiety to the time when I can improve my poor neglected mind and learn some of the few exhaustless store of things which I wish to know.”
Quote by Fanny Kemble
Work
Fanny, the American Kemble: her journals and unpublished letters
Fanny Kemble's journals and letters offer a unique glimpse into the life and thoughts of a 19th-century actress. The collection provides insights into her experiences on stage and off, her social interactions, and her personal reflections on the era. more
Author
Fanny Kemble
Fanny Kemble was a distinguished 19th-century English actress and writer. Born on November 27, 1809, and passing away on January 15, 1893, she was renowned for her acting prowess and literary contributions. Kemble's career on the stage was marked by her remarkable performances in Shakespearean and contemporary plays, and her transition to writing after her retirement from acting resulted in several notable works, including memoirs that offered a unique perspective on the life of an actress in the 19th century. She was also a vocal advocate for social and political issues, including women's rights and the abolition of slavery. more
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