That Despicable Race : The History of the British Acting Tradition (Signed)

326pp, illustrated mainly in black and white. Brown cloth-covered boards, gilt titles on spine. Lightly bumped spine heel. Signed and inscribed by author (to Lord Willis) 'Dear Ted, We are both founder members of this particular race! With affection always. Bryan (the author!)' Also signed by author on title page. Internally neat, clean, bright and tight. Dust jacket has some minor shelf wear, mirrors book damage, price unclipped. . 4to. The story of the British theatrical tradition from Elizabethan days to the present time, it shows the actors' part in shaping the greatest theatre in the world. Lavishly illustrated with 100 black and white illustrations and 8 pages in full colour.