John Kenrick Books

This collection features scholarly papers focused on archaeology and history, originally presented to the Yorkshire Philosophical Society. The work preserves the insights and research from 1864, providing a valuable resource for those interested in the historical context and developments of the time. The reprint maintains the integrity of the original edition, offering readers a glimpse into the academic discourse of the 19th century.

Musical Theatre- A History presents a comprehensive history of stage musicals from the earliest accounts of the ancient Greeks and Romans, for whom songs were common elements in staging, to Jacques Offenbach in Paris during the 1840s, to Gilbert and Sullivan in the UK, to the rise of music halls and vaudeville traditions in America, and eventually to Broadway’s Golden Age with George M. Cohan, Victor Herbert, Jerome Kern, George and Ira Gershwin, Rodgers and Hart, Oscar Hammerstein, Leondard Bernstein, and Andrew Lloyd Webber. The 21st century has also brought a popular new wave of musicals to the Broadway stage, from The Producers to Spamalot. Musical Theatre- A History covers it all, from the opening number to the curtain call, offering readers the most up-to-date history of the art form. Informative and entertaining, Musical Theatre offers an accessibly written history of the musical theatre, richly illustrated with anecdotes of shows and show people. It is cause for celebration for those working in the theatre as well as its legion of fans.

'Musical Theatre' is a comprehensive history of stage musicals, from the time of the ancient Greeks to Paris during the 1840s to Andrew Lloyd Webber and Broadway as we know it today

Bear witness to the atrocities of slavery in this powerful and heartbreaking book. John Kenrick provides a detailed and unflinching account of the lives of enslaved people, and calls for an end to this cruel practice.

The memoir provides a detailed account of the life and contributions of Rev. Charles Wellbeloved, reflecting on his spiritual journey and impact on the community. This high-quality reprint of the original 1860 edition preserves the insights and historical context of Wellbeloved's work, making it a valuable resource for those interested in religious biography and the history of the period.