4 Quotes & Sayings By Edwin Booth

Edwin Booth was born in New York City on April 23, 1833. His father, Junius Brutus Booth, was a renowned Shakespearean actor. He attended Yale, where he became an enthusiastic supporter of the abolitionist movement. After retirement from the stage in 1864, he devoted his attention to social issues Read more

Booth supported the American Civil War effort financially and was wounded during the Battle of Gettysburg. He died on June 7, 1893, in New York City.

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An actor is a sculptor who carves in snow. Edwin Booth
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When you are older you will understand how precious little things, seemingly of no value in themselves, can be loved and prized above all price when they convey the love and thoughtfulness of a good heart. Edwin Booth
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The best translations cannot convey to us the strength and exquisite delicacy of thought in its native garb, and he to whom such books are shut flounders about in outer darkness. Edwin Booth