Publisher's Synopsis
The Dusk of the Gods, also known as Gotterdammerung, is a music drama written by the renowned composer Richard Wagner. It was first performed in 1876 and is the fourth and final opera in his epic cycle, The Ring of the Nibelung. The story follows the downfall of the gods and the destruction of the world they inhabit, as a result of their greed and lust for power. The opera is divided into three acts and a prelude, each with its own distinct musical themes and motifs. The music is characterized by Wagner's use of leitmotifs, which are recurring musical themes associated with specific characters, objects, or ideas. The Dusk of the Gods is known for its powerful and dramatic music, particularly the famous ""Ride of the Valkyries"" and the climactic finale, which features the destruction of Valhalla and the death of the gods. The opera is considered a masterpiece of music and drama, and remains one of the most popular and influential works of the 19th century.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.
