A Priestess Of Comedy: A Novel (1892)

A Priestess of Comedy is a novel written by Nataly von Eschstruth and first published in 1892. The story revolves around a young woman named Helene, who dreams of becoming a famous actress. She is determined to succeed in the male-dominated world of theater and comedy, and sets out to prove herself as a talented performer. Helene's journey is full of challenges and obstacles, including the disapproval of her family and the prejudice of her peers. However, with the help of her mentor, a famous comedian named Herr Kranz, and her own wit and determination, she rises to the top of the entertainment industry. The novel explores themes of gender equality, artistic integrity, and the power of laughter to heal and unite people. It also offers a glimpse into the world of theater in the late 19th century, with vivid descriptions of backstage life, rehearsals, and performances. Overall, A Priestess of Comedy is a compelling and inspiring tale of a woman's quest for success and recognition in a challenging and competitive field.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.