Croesus, Atys And Adrastus: An Opera And Tragedy, In Three Acts, In Blank Verse And Rhyme (1850)

Croesus, Atys and Adrastus is a tragic opera written in three acts by Adam Chadwick and first published in 1850. The story revolves around the legendary King Croesus of Lydia, his son Atys, and the young Adrastus, who becomes embroiled in their lives. The opera is written in both blank verse and rhyme and explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of one's actions. The characters are complex and well-developed, with Croesus portrayed as a proud and ambitious ruler, Atys as a conflicted and tragic figure, and Adrastus as a naive but well-meaning youth. The opera is notable for its beautiful language and powerful emotional impact, as well as its exploration of timeless themes that continue to resonate with audiences today. Overall, Croesus, Atys and Adrastus is a masterful work of tragedy and opera that remains a classic of its genre.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.