Publisher's Synopsis
Prince Ananias is an original comic opera in two acts, written by the renowned composer Victor Herbert and first published in 1894. The story revolves around Prince Ananias, a young and naive prince who is sent on a mission by his father, the King, to find a bride who will help him rule the kingdom. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including a group of scheming courtiers, a beautiful princess, and a mischievous fairy who helps him navigate the challenges he faces. Through a series of comedic mishaps and misunderstandings, Prince Ananias learns valuable lessons about love, loyalty, and leadership, ultimately finding the perfect bride and returning to his kingdom as a wise and just ruler. The opera is filled with catchy tunes, witty lyrics, and colorful characters, making it a delightful and entertaining read for fans of musical theater and classic literature alike.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.
