""John Heminge and Henry Condell: Friends and Fellow-Actors of Shakespeare, and What the World Owes to Them"" is a biographical work written by Charles Clement Walker in 1896. The book provides a detailed account of the lives and careers of two of Shakespeare's closest colleagues and friends, John Heminge and Henry Condell, who were instrumental in preserving the playwright's works for future generations. The book explores the early lives of Heminge and Condell, their experiences as actors in the Elizabethan and Jacobean theatre scenes, and their relationship with Shakespeare. It also delves into their roles as editors of the First Folio, the first published collection of Shakespeare's plays, which was published in 1623, seven years after the playwright's death. Walker's work provides a comprehensive overview of the contributions made by Heminge and Condell to the world of literature and theatre. It also offers insights into the cultural and social context of the time, shedding light on the challenges and opportunities faced by actors and playwrights during the early modern period. Overall, ""John Heminge and Henry Condell: Friends and Fellow-Actors of Shakespeare, and What the World Owes to Them"" is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of theatre and the life and works of William Shakespeare.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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