A Book of Operas Their Histories, Their Plots and Their Music

""A Book of Operas: Their Histories, Their Plots and Their Music"" is a comprehensive guide to the world of opera written by Henry Edward Krehbiel. The book provides detailed accounts of the histories, plots, and music of some of the most famous operas in the Western canon, from Mozart's ""Don Giovanni"" to Wagner's ""Tristan und Isolde"". Krehbiel's writing is both informative and engaging, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical contexts that shaped these beloved works of art. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in opera, whether they are seasoned aficionados or newcomers to the genre. With its detailed analysis and insightful commentary, ""A Book of Operas"" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their appreciation of this rich and complex art form.1909. The author examines the following operas: Il Barbiere di Siviglia; Le Nozze di Figaro; Die Zauberflote; Don Giovanni; Fidelio; Faust; Mefistofele; La Damnation de Faust; La Traviata; Aida; Der Freischutz; Tannhauser; Tristan und Isolde; Parsifal; Die Meistersinger von Nurnberg; Lohengrin; and Hansel und Gretel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.