Complete Opera Book
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Gustav Kobbé
Binding: Hardback
Published: Putnam, 1935
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Dust jacket damaged with wear and tears around edges (see photo for indication), price clipped, previous owner mark inside first page, cloth cover little worn at edges from shelf use
Gustav Kobbé's "Complete Opera Book" presents an exhaustive compendium for opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike. This classic reference work chronicles the plots, characters, and musical highlights of hundreds of operas, from the Baroque era to the early 20th century. It offers detailed synopses and historical context, making complex narratives accessible and enriching the listener's appreciation. The volume instructs readers on the nuances of each production, providing a foundational understanding of the operatic canon. It stands as an indispensable guide, illuminating the grandeur and drama of the world's most beloved stage works.
Author: Gustav Kobbé
Binding: Hardback
Published: Putnam, 1935
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Dust jacket damaged with wear and tears around edges (see photo for indication), price clipped, previous owner mark inside first page, cloth cover little worn at edges from shelf use
Gustav Kobbé's "Complete Opera Book" presents an exhaustive compendium for opera enthusiasts and newcomers alike. This classic reference work chronicles the plots, characters, and musical highlights of hundreds of operas, from the Baroque era to the early 20th century. It offers detailed synopses and historical context, making complex narratives accessible and enriching the listener's appreciation. The volume instructs readers on the nuances of each production, providing a foundational understanding of the operatic canon. It stands as an indispensable guide, illuminating the grandeur and drama of the world's most beloved stage works.