Publisher's Synopsis
The Legends of the Wagner Drama by Jessie L. Weston is a comprehensive exploration of the mythology and folklore that inspired Richard Wagner's famous operas. The book delves into the origins of the stories that Wagner drew upon, including Norse and Germanic legends, Arthurian mythology, and ancient Greek and Roman tales. Weston explores how Wagner adapted and transformed these stories to create his own unique vision of the world, and how his operas continue to captivate and inspire audiences today. The book also includes detailed analyses of Wagner's most famous works, including The Ring Cycle, Tristan and Isolde, and Parsifal, providing readers with a deep understanding of the themes and motifs that run throughout his oeuvre. Written in clear and engaging prose, The Legends of the Wagner Drama is an essential read for anyone interested in the intersection of music, mythology, and literature.1900. Studies in mythology and romance. Regarding Wagner and his works, so much had already been written and published, however there was one branch of the subject which could hardly be said to have received the full attention which it undoubtedly deserves. This work aims deals with the relation of Wagner's work to the literary and legendary sources upon which it is founded. It is with the hope of leading others to examine these legends for themselves that these studies were written.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.
