Sarah Siddons was one of the most celebrated actresses of the late 18th century, known for her powerful performances and commanding stage presence. In this engaging biography, James Boaden provides a detailed account of her life and career, from her early years in the English theater to her later triumphs on the London stage. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.