The Savoy Operas; Being The Complete Text Of The Gilbert And Sullivan Operas As Originally Produced In The Years 1875-1896

Gilbert, W. S.

Published by Macmillan and Co., Limited, London, 1927

Condition: Near fine Hardcover

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Octavo, 698pp. Red morocco, gilt trimmed covers. Five raised bands, title in gilt on spine with detailed embellishments. All edges gilt. Gilt turn-ins and marbled endpapers. Stated "Reprinted March 1926, 1927" on copyright page. Solid text block, faint toning to spine, lightly bumped corners, a touch of wear to joints. Previous ownership bookplate on front endpaper. A vibrant, near fine example. The Savoy Operas feature some of Gilbert's most popular works, frequently in collaboration with composer Arthur Sullivan. A primary highlight from this copy is The Mikado, which is one of the most frequently performed theatre pieces of all time. Within the first year it opened (1885), it was estimated that at least 150 companies were producing the opera throughout Europe and America. Seller Inventory # 12615

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Title: The Savoy Operas; Being The Complete Text Of...

Publisher: Macmillan and Co., Limited, London

Publication Date: 1927

Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: First edition, third printing of The Savoy Operas by W.S. Gilbert in a fine binding.

Condition: Near fine

Edition: First Edition, Third Printing.

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