The Operas of Benjamin Britten: The Complete Librettos : Illustrated With Costume and Set Designs of the First Productions

By Benjamin Britten, David Herbert, D. Herbert

Contains the complete librettos of the 16 operas by the 20th century English composer (excludes Beggar's Opera), along with a list of cast members for the first production, sketches (some in color) for sets and costumes, and a few photographs from performances. Essays by a number of friends and collaborators discuss his working style and methods.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0231048688
• ISBN13: 9780231048682
• Release Date: January 1979
• Publisher: Columbia Univ Pr
• Length: 382 Pages
• Weight: 3.90 lbs.