""Bar, Stage and Platform: Autobiographic Memories"" is a memoir written by Herman Charles Merivale and originally published in 1902. The book chronicles Merivale's life and experiences as a barrister, actor, and public speaker in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Merivale begins by recounting his childhood and education, before moving on to his early career as a barrister. He describes his experiences in court, including some of the most notable cases he worked on. The second section of the book focuses on Merivale's time as an actor, both on stage and in silent films. He discusses his work with various theater companies and his experiences touring around the world. The final section of the book is dedicated to Merivale's public speaking engagements. He discusses his work as a lecturer and debater, as well as his involvement in various political and social causes. Throughout the book, Merivale provides insight into the worlds of law, theater, and public speaking, and offers a unique perspective on the cultural and social landscape of his time.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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