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

The author continues his life-memoir with detailed recollections of theatrical practice and management, chronicling the staging and business of plays, the formation and disputes of companies, and the evolution of opera and comedy. He defends the moral and civic value of the stage, recounts legal, financial and artistic struggles in rebuilding and running theatres, and offers portraits of contemporary performers alongside critical commentary. The volume includes supplementary notes, biographical sketches of actors, and an index, blending anecdote, professional reflection, and a practical chronicle of theatrical life.