Stories from Wagner Told to the Children

By C E Smith and C.E. Smith

Book Overview

Enter the magical world of Richard Wagner's operas through these enchanting retellings of three of his celebrated works. Stories from Wagner Told to the Children brings the stories behind these great musical dramas to life with all their romance, mystery, courage, and adventure.

Within these pages, readers will encounter the haunting legend of The Flying Dutchman, the noble knight of Lohengrin, and the singers and craftsmen of The Mastersingers of Nuremberg. Drawing upon the medieval legends and traditions that inspired Wagner, Smith presents these tales in a clear and engaging style that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.

Passed down through generations and preserved in legend and song long before Wagner transformed them through music and drama, these stories tell of noble knights and mysterious origins, of wandering sailors cursed by fate, and of love, loyalty, rivalry, and sacrifice. Smith captures their rich atmosphere and enduring appeal while introducing readers to the narratives behind some of Wagner's most celebrated music dramas.

Part of the beloved Told to the Children series, this volume offers an inviting introduction to Wagner's operatic world, preserving the romance, wonder, and drama of these classic tales for a new generation.

This carefully restored edition preserves the original text and illustrations by acclaimed British artist Byam Shaw, bringing this classic introduction to Wagner's legendary world to a new generation of readers.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1493790757
• ISBN13: 9781493790753
• Release Date: November 2013
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 70 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"