The book "The Life of Edwin Forrest, the American Tragedian. Volume 2" is the second volume of the biography of the outstanding American actor Edwin Forrest. The authors of the book - William Rounceville Alger and Horatio Alger Jr., have carefully researched the life and career of this talented artist. The second volume examines the dark years of Forrest's life, his encounter with great trials and tragedies. His struggle with fame, confrontation with competitors and inner demons are reflected. The moments of his huge successes on the stage and difficult trials in his off-show life are highlighted. This book is a valuable document about the life and work of an outstanding actor of the 19th century, which attracts the attention of fans of theatrical art and historians at the same time. "The Life of Edwin Forrest, the American Tragedian. Volume 2" is a historical essay that helps to better understand and appreciate the contribution of this great actor to the world of the theater stage.