The Letters of Ruth Draper: Self-Portrait of an Actress 1920-1956

by Ruth Draper

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Ruth Draper (1884-1956) was an internationally famous monologist who charmed audiences around the world with her "cast of characters" in some sixty sketches. Using no scenery, no props, and only an occasional shawl or other wrap over a simple dress, she was able to people the stage with a great variety of characters and move her audiences to laughter and tears.

Besides the dramatic gift, she had a gift for friendship and kept up a lively...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0809321882

ISBN13:9780809321889

Release Date:November 1999

Publisher:Southern Illinois University Press

Length:392 Pages

Weight:1.30 lbs.

Dimensions:1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"

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Arts & Literature Biographical Biographies Biographies & History Biography & History Entertainers Essays & Correspondence Historical Humor & Entertainment Letters & Correspondence

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