William Winter
William Winter was an American dramatic critic and author, born in Gloucester, Massachusetts. He graduated from Harvard Law School in 1857, then chose literature as his field of endeavor, and moved to New York City (1859), where he became literary critic of the Saturday Press, then (1861–65) of the New York Albion, and for more than 40 years (1865–1909) was a drama critic of the New York Tribune.
Shakespeare's England
Embark on a 19th-century voyage to England, where historical sites and Shakespeare's legacy intertwine with the author's exploration of this civilization.
By William Winter
Gray Days and Gold in England and Scotland
Embark on a journey through England and Scotland's famous historical and literary sites, where beauty intertwines with haunting echoes of the past.
By William Winter
Shadows of the Stage
Step back in time to rediscover the stage through the lives of legendary actors whose artistry shaped the very soul of theater.
By William Winter
The Life of David Belasco; Vol. 2
Embark on a journey through the world of early 20th-century theater as a famous manager orchestrates dramatic transformations both on and off the stage.
By William Winter
The Life of David Belasco; Vol. 1
From a hardscrabble childhood to the bright lights of the American stage, a young performer's passion ignites a theatrical revolution.
By William Winter
The Mentor: Shakespeare's Country, Vol. 4, Num. 8, Serial No. 108, June 1, 1916
Journey back in time to explore the beautiful English countryside that inspired a legendary playwright and shaped his timeless masterpieces.
By William Winter