John Lawrence Toole was the most popular comic actor of the Victorian era and a familiar figure to theatre-goers in London and beyond. This collection of reminiscences offers a glimpse into his life and times, from his early days in the theatre to his later years as a successful actor and businessman. Joseph Hatton provides valuable insights into the world of Victorian theatre and the personalities and events that shaped it.

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