Publisher's Synopsis
The Opera Book is a comprehensive guide to the world of opera, written by Edith B. Ordway and published in 1915. The book covers the history of opera, its development over the centuries, and the various styles and genres that have emerged. It also provides detailed information on the most famous operas and their composers, as well as the singers and performers who have made their mark on the art form. The book is organized chronologically, with each chapter focusing on a particular period or style of opera. It includes numerous illustrations and photographs, as well as musical scores and librettos. The Opera Book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of opera, and remains a classic work on the subject to this day.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.
