Wagner's Lohengrin (1903)

By Wakeling Dry

Book Overview

Wagner's Lohengrin (1903) is a comprehensive book that delves into the intricacies of Richard Wagner's opera Lohengrin. The book is authored by Dry and Wakeling and provides a detailed analysis of the opera's plot, characters, music, and themes. It also includes a historical background of the opera's composition and production, as well as its reception by audiences and critics. The book is divided into several chapters, each exploring different aspects of Lohengrin. The first chapter provides an overview of the opera's plot, which centers around the mysterious knight Lohengrin, who arrives in the city of Antwerp to defend Elsa, the daughter of the Duke of Brabant, against false accusations of murder. The subsequent chapters delve deeper into the characters of Lohengrin, Elsa, and other key figures, analyzing their motivations, relationships, and development throughout the opera. The book also examines the music of Lohengrin, which is widely regarded as some of Wagner's most beautiful and evocative work. The authors explore the opera's use of leitmotifs, or recurring musical themes, and how they contribute to the overall structure and meaning of the work. They also provide a detailed analysis of some of the most famous musical passages in the opera, such as the Bridal Chorus and Lohengrin's Farewell. Throughout the book, the authors highlight the themes and motifs that run through Lohengrin, such as the conflict between the spiritual and the earthly, the search for truth and justice, and the role of love in human relationships. They also place the opera in its historical and cultural context, discussing its connections to German Romanticism, Wagner's own life and beliefs, and the political and social climate of the time. Overall, Wagner's Lohengrin (1903) is a comprehensive and insightful guide to one of Wagner's most beloved operas. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities and beauty of this masterpiece of music and drama.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: 1163879967
• ISBN13: 9781163879962
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 58 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"