The Opera Guide: A Concise Description Of Plot And Incidents Of The Principal Operas (1887)

By Edward Barker

Book Overview

The Opera Guide: A Concise Description Of Plot And Incidents Of The Principal Operas (1887) is a book written by Edward Barker. It is a comprehensive guide to the plot and incidents of the most important operas. The book provides a detailed description of the story and characters of each opera, along with a brief history of its composition and performance. The guide covers a wide range of operas, from the classics of Mozart and Verdi to lesser-known works by composers such as Gluck and Meyerbeer. The book is designed to be a helpful resource for opera enthusiasts, providing them with a quick and easy way to understand the plot and themes of each opera. With its detailed descriptions and historical context, The Opera Guide is an essential reference for anyone interested in the world of opera.With Brief Biographical Notices Of Eminent Singers.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: 1166454533
• ISBN13: 9781166454531
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"