Publisher's Synopsis
The Princess of Trebizonde is a comedic opera bouffe, written by Charles Lamb Kenney and first performed in 1870. The story follows the adventures of a group of English tourists who find themselves stranded in the fictional kingdom of Trebizonde. The plot revolves around the attempts of the tourists to navigate the treacherous political landscape of the kingdom, as they become embroiled in a plot to overthrow the reigning monarch and install a new ruler. Along the way, they encounter a cast of eccentric characters, including a bumbling police chief, a conniving courtier, and a beautiful princess who becomes the object of their affections. The opera is known for its witty dialogue, catchy tunes, and clever satire of Victorian society. It remains a popular choice for opera companies and theater groups around the world.Adapted From The French Libretto Of Charles Nuitter And Etienne Trefeu.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.
