History Of The Opera V1: From Its Origin In Italy To The Present Time (1862)

By Henry Sutherland Edwards

Book Overview

""History of the Opera V1: From Its Origin in Italy to the Present Time"" is a book written by Henry Sutherland Edwards and first published in 1862. The book is an in-depth exploration of the history of opera, tracing its origins in Italy and its development through the centuries to the present day. The author provides detailed accounts of the major composers, performers, and productions that have shaped the art form, as well as the social and cultural contexts in which they emerged. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods in the history of opera, from the early years in Italy to the rise of the Baroque and Classical styles, and the Romantic era. It also includes a detailed analysis of the operas of the great composers such as Mozart, Verdi, and Wagner, as well as lesser-known works and their influences on the genre. Overall, ""History of the Opera V1"" is a comprehensive and authoritative work that provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of this important art form.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164673602
• ISBN13: 9781164673606
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 342 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"