On the Stage--and Off: The Brief Career of a Would-Be Actor (eBook, ePUB) - Jerome, Jerome K.
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On the Stage and Off is a comic memoir of Jerome K. Jerome's experiences as an aspiring actor. It's a truly captivating collection of entertaining accounts on the day-to-day life of a would-be actor, told in Jerome's uniquely humorous manner.He was an English novelist and playwright whose wit and humor won him a massive following. He decided to try his luck at acting under the stage name Harold Crichton at a young age. But after three years of struggle with no evident success, disheartened, Jerome decided to seek other occupations. He tried journalism, writing essays, satires, and short…mehr

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On the Stage and Off is a comic memoir of Jerome K. Jerome's experiences as an aspiring actor. It's a truly captivating collection of entertaining accounts on the day-to-day life of a would-be actor, told in Jerome's uniquely humorous manner.He was an English novelist and playwright whose wit and humor won him a massive following. He decided to try his luck at acting under the stage name Harold Crichton at a young age. But after three years of struggle with no evident success, disheartened, Jerome decided to seek other occupations. He tried journalism, writing essays, satires, and short stories, but most of these stood rejected. Finally, he wrote this memoir which became an instant hit soon after its publication. Jerome describes the events precisely, writing about all the ups and downs. He talks about his determination to become an actor, his life on and off stage, his views on acting, etc. Jerome finally writes beautifully about his last appearance as an actor, leaving the reader emotional.
Autorenporträt
Jerome Klapka Jerome, an eminent English writer and humorist, was born on May 2, 1859, in Caldmore, Walsall, England, and passed away on June 14, 1927. He is perhaps best known for his comic masterpiece 'Three Men in a Boat' (1889), yet his literary portfolio extends well beyond this classic. Jerome's prose sparkled with wit, often reflecting on the idiosyncrasies and absurdities of everyday life. In 'On the Stage--and Off: The Brief Career of a Would-Be Actor' (1885), Jerome offers an autobiographical account of his short-lived theatrical career, infused with the characteristic humor that pervades much of his work. This piece not only entertains but also provides insight into the late-Victorian theatre world, showcasing his ability to blend personal anecdote with social commentary. Jerome's narrative style frequently incorporated a gentle, self-deprecating humor, and his works remain notable for their lighthearted yet keen observations of the human condition. Despite not being as widely celebrated as his contemporaries, Jerome's contributions to English literature, especially in the genre of humor, continue to be appreciated for their timeless appeal and sharp wit.