P. Craig Russell Library of Opera Adaptations, V. 1: The Magic Flute

Russell, P. Craig

ISBN 10: 156163350X / ISBN 13: 9781561633500

Published by NBM Publishing, 2003

About this Item

Excellent Condition.Excels in customer satisfaction, prompt replies, and quality checks.

Seller Inventory # Scanned156163350X

Bibliographic Details

• Title: P. Craig Russell Library of Opera Adaptations, V. 1: The Magic Flute
• Publisher: NBM Publishing
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 156163350X
• ISBN 13: 9781561633500
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: new

About this title

Synopsis

Long out of print, the many adaptations that Russell has done of famous operas are finally collected again in 3 volumes, in the wake of his highly successful massive recent adaptation of Wagner’s Ring of the Nibelung. This first volume presents his adaptation of one of Mozart’s most famous works, a farcical tale mixed with fantasy. The story begins as the Queen of the Night sets Prince Tamino on a quest to rescue her daughter, Pamina from the evil Sarastro. On the way, he meets the bird-catcher Papageno, who is “persuaded” to help Tamino in his quest. Tamino’s spiritual quest is counterpoised with Papageno’s own earthly search for his one true love, Papagena. Both couples’ strivings are juxtaposed with the eternal conflict between Sarastro and the Queen of the Night.

About the Author

P. Craig Russell is one of the most respected artists in comics and is well-known for his many stunning adaptations. He lives in Kent, Ohio.