The Mystic in the Theatre: Eleonora Duse (Arcturus Books, Ab108)

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Interesting and revealing look at the actress Eleonora Duse who was a "rock star," of the theatre between 1872 and 1924. I was captivated by the depth of her love for acting. Her goal? To be real, not to be a star. She transformed theatre! Here is her story as told by one who experienced her as a young actress and was informed by the total dedication Eleonora gave to the art. Fascinating, though written in an unusual back and forth flashback style.

Lee Strasberg of The Actor's Studio said that it would be another100 years before the theatre world would see another actor likeEleonora Duse. She could sit on the stage, say nothing yet commandthe house.The book is very well written by an artist who knew Duse,and renders her into a mystic who had full control of all her faculties,and would morph into or become her characters, forgetting self, like HeddaGabler. Great book for theatre buffs and working actors. I have a theatregroup in NYC and use it for my lead actors. Seller here was very good.Where we get the saying,"It was a doozey!"

If the sight of the blue skies fills you with joy, if a blade of grass springing up in the fields has power to move you, if the simple things of nature have a message that you understand, rejoice, for your soul is Eleonora duse

I was really mesmerized by this woman's story and wish I could've seen her act. I was shocked at how much I identified to a lot of this story and I felt very connected to something while reading this.

One of the most important books I have read as an artist. Full of inspiration bith artistically and spiritually.

This book spoke to me as an artist and spiritual person. It was as much a self help book as just a good read.

Perfect condition!!

This book exceeded my expectations. A wonderful perspective on an extraordinary life. A must read for Duse fans and scholars.