John Howard Payne was een Amerikaanse acteur, dichter en toneelschrijver wiens theatrale carrière voornamelijk in Londen bloeide. Hoewel hij vandaag de dag vooral bekend staat om het geliefde lied "Home! Sweet Home!", verdiepte zijn schrijven zich in boeiende verhalen en onderzoeken naar de oorsprong van de Native Americans. Zijn werk werd gekenmerkt door een verlangen om emoties en culturele verbindingen vast te leggen, wat een blijvende impact achterliet in het literaire landschap. Payne's interesse in diverse culturen en zijn vermogen om deze in literatuur te vertalen, benadrukken zijn veelzijdige talent.
Set in Geneva in the early 19th century, Therese: The Orphan of Geneva tells the story of a young orphan girl who is taken in by a wealthy family and raised alongside their own children. As Therese grows up, she struggles to find her place in the world and reconcile her feelings for a young man who belongs to a different social class. This classic novel is a moving tale of love, loss, and the power of human connection.
This critical edition of John Howard Payne's play Brutus, edited by Henry L. Hinton and with a forward by actor Edwin Booth, provides readers with historical context, analysis, and reviews of Booth's famous production of the play. Perfect for theater historians and enthusiasts.
Set in the idyllic landscape of Milan, Italy, 'Clari; or, The Maid of Milan' follows the story of a young, hopeful singer striving for a better life. Filled with music, romance, and drama, Payne's classic play is a must-read for fans of opera and musical theater.
Home Sweet Home is a collection of poems and songs by John Howard Payne, an American author and playwright. The book includes the famous song "Home Sweet Home," as well as many other poems and songs that celebrate the joys of home and family. The collection is an ideal gift for anyone who loves poetry and music.