First Edition, 1927 SOME MEMORIES AND REFLECTIONS Emma Eames

Emma Eames

Published by D. Appleton and Company, New York & London, 1927

About this Item

A fascinating memoir by renowned American operatic soprano Emma Eames, one of the most celebrated singers of the Belle Époque and early twentieth century. Published in 1927, this volume offers a first-hand account of a remarkable career spanning the great opera houses of Europe and America, including the Paris Opéra and the Metropolitan Opera.

Eames reflects on her artistic development, performances, travels, and encounters with notable figures of her era. Rich in personal anecdotes and observations, the work provides valuable insight into the golden age of opera and the life of one of its leading stars.

Illustrated throughout with numerous black-and-white photographic plates depicting Emma Eames in performance and portrait studies.

Condition
Original blue cloth boards with gilt titles to front board and spine. The binding remains sound and secure. Light rubbing and minor wear to extremities consistent with age. Gilt lettering remains bright and attractive. Internally clean with light age-toning and occasional foxing as expected for a volume approaching one hundred years old. Photographic plates remain clear and well-preserved.

Overall Condition: Good.

Collector's Notes

First Edition, 1927.
Original publisher's blue cloth binding.
Numerous photographic plates.
Memoir of one of the leading operatic sopranos of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.
An appealing copy for collectors of opera, music history, theatre, biography, and Belle Époque culture.

Title: Some Memories and Reflections
Author: Emma Eames
Publisher: D. Appleton and Company
Place of Publication: New York & London
Date: 1927
Format: Hardcover
Language: English.

Seller Inventory # 42

Bibliographic Details

• Title: First Edition, 1927 SOME MEMORIES AND REFLECTIONS Emma Eames
• Publisher: D. Appleton and Company, New York & London
• Publication Date: 1927
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Dimensions: 16W x 24H x 3.2D centimeters 16 centimeters width by 24 centimeters height by 3.2 centimeters depth
• Weight: 1 kilogram
• Seller catalogs:
  • Autobiography
  • Collectible Books
  • Opera