The Standard-Operaglass: Containing the Detailed Plots of One Hundred Celebrated Operas, With Critical and Biographical Remarks, Dates &C (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Charles Annesley

 
9780259515364: The Standard-Operaglass: Containing the Detailed Plots of One Hundred Celebrated Operas, With Critical and Biographical Remarks, Dates &C (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book is an extensive opera anthology providing a concise and entertaining guide to the plots of 123 celebrated operas. Beginning with Abu Hassan, an early work by Weber, and ending with the popular works of Verdi and Wagner, the book leads the reader on an engaging journey through opera history. The author's reverence for the classics and appreciation for modern works are evident in the book's balanced coverage and insightful commentary. A delightful compendium for both the uninitiated and the seasoned opera enthusiast.

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