Garrick's Mode of Reading the Liturgy of the Church of England

Garrick's Mode of Reading the Liturgy of the Church of England is a book written by Richard Cull in 1840. The book is about the famous actor David Garrick and his unique style of reading the liturgy of the Church of England. Garrick was known for his dramatic performances on stage, and Cull argues that he brought this same level of theatricality to his reading of the liturgy. The book provides a detailed analysis of Garrick's reading style, including his use of pauses, inflection, and emphasis. Cull also explores the historical context of Garrick's performances, looking at the changes in liturgical practice during the 18th century. Overall, Garrick's Mode of Reading the Liturgy of the Church of England is a fascinating look at the intersection of theater and religion in the 18th century. It provides valuable insights into the performance practices of the time and sheds light on the role of drama in shaping religious experience.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.