The Light of Other Days, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint)

Willert Beale

ISBN 10: 1331781566 / ISBN 13: 9781331781561

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book tells the of the personal and professional lives of Giulia Grisi and Mario, two renowned opera singers who were also a couple. The author examines their humble beginnings and traces their rise to stardom, offering insights into the musical world of 19th-century Europe. The book explores the couple's unique partnership, both on and off the stage, and their influence on the development of opera as an art form. Through extensive research and firsthand accounts, the author provides a nuanced portrayal of Grisi and Mario's artistry, their dedication to their craft, and the enduring legacy they left on the world of music. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781331781561_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Light of Other Days, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331781566
• ISBN 13: 9781331781561
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography and Autobiography

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Synopsis

Relive 19th‑century opera history through a vivid, behind‑the‑scenes account.

This memoir traces the lives of legendary artists like Grisi, Mario, and Tamberlik, balanced with the author’s own journeys across Europe in the age of grand productions.

Across pages steeped in memory, you’ll discover intimate anecdotes, dramatic tours, and the challenges of staging Italian opera abroad. From stormy Irish crossings to the bustling backstage of London and Paris, the author offers a personal view of fame, friendship, and the art world that built modern opera. The narrative blends recollection with affectionate detail, painting a portrait of performers, patrons, and the era that shaped them.

• Behind‑the‑scenes stories of Grisi, Mario, Cruvelli, Tamberlik, and other stars.
• Vivid travel episodes, concert tours, and the logistics of 19th‑century opera life.
• Personal reflections on artistry, career turning points, and public adoration.
• Colorful anecdotes from Irish Channel crossings to London stages and grand hotel stays.

Ideal for readers of musical memoirs, theatre history, and fans of classic opera who want a first‑hand glimpse into the era’s most famous voices.

The Light of Other Days