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Memoirs of Charles Macklin, Comedian: With the Dramatic Characters, Manners, Anecdotes, Etc. of the Age in Which He Lived is a book written by William Cook and published in 1804. The book is an account of the life and career of Charles Macklin, a famous comedian of the 18th century. The book begins with a brief biography of Macklin, detailing his early life, education, and introduction to the world of theater. It then goes on to describe his rise to fame as a comedian, his most famous roles, and his interactions with other notable figures of the time, including David Garrick and Samuel Johnson. In addition to Macklin's life story, the book also provides a glimpse into the theatrical world of the 18th century, with descriptions of the plays, actors, and audiences of the time. The book is filled with anecdotes and stories that provide a vivid picture of the era.Overall, Memoirs of Charles Macklin, Comedian is an engaging and informative account of one of the most famous actors of the 18th century, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of theater and entertainment.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.