"Servants of their majesties. Annals of the English Stage" is a huge and detailed work written by John Doran, a leading expert in the field of theater history. In the third volume of this outstanding work, the author invites the reader to immerse himself in the fascinating world of the English theater of the 19th century. Doran spends a lot of time and effort on revealing the events that influenced the development of English stage art and the formation of theatrical traditions. He explores in detail the life and work of outstanding actors, directors and playwrights of that time, revealing their role in the formation of the theatrical sphere. Readers will have the opportunity to better understand the essence and complexity of English theatrical life, as well as feel the atmosphere and soul of the theater of that time thanks to vivid descriptions of performances, actors and creative teams. "Chronicles of the English Stage" by John Doran is an important book for anyone interested in the history of the theater and who wants to deepen their knowledge of the world's performing arts.