Publisher's Synopsis
The Standard Operas: Their Plots, Their Music And Their Composers is a comprehensive guide to the most famous operas of the world. Written by George Upton, the book covers the plots, music, and composers of over 100 operas. The book is divided into two parts: the first part provides an overview of the history of opera and the different types of operas, while the second part focuses on individual operas. Each opera is discussed in detail, including a synopsis of the plot, information about the composer and the music, and notable performances and recordings. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it easy for both opera enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre to understand and appreciate the works discussed. The Standard Operas: Their Plots, Their Music And Their Composers is a valuable resource for anyone interested in opera and its history.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.