An Apology for the Life of Mr. Colley Cibber, Volume 1 (of 2) / Written by Himself. A New Edition with Notes and Supplement

The memoir presents a candid first-person account of an eighteenth-century theatrical life, combining personal reminiscence with discussion of stage practices, theatrical personalities, disputes, and managerial affairs. It interleaves chronological recollections with critical reflections, reprints rare contemporary tracts and official documents, and includes editorial notes that correct dates and clarify references. Supplementary material adds biographies of performers, a catalogue of dramatic works, and commentary on notable controversies. The edition organizes original text alongside annotations and documentary evidence to illuminate the period's theatrical scene and the author's career.