Opera (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781851687336)

Opera is often dismissed as outdated and excessive, and perceived to be characterised by excessive passions, sumptuous costumes, and ill-mannered divas. In reality, however, operas address the most fundamental and universal of human concerns - love, death, jealousy, greed, and power. Revealing the diverse reasons behind opera's lasting appeal, opera champion and expert Alexandra Wilson provides a lucid and engaging introduction to the agendas that have governed its composition, production and reception over the last four centuries, and explains the reasons behind its enduring appeal.

Author: Alexandra Wilson
ISBN-10: 1851687335
ISBN-13: 9781851687336
Publisher: ONEWorld Publications
Language: English
Published: 07/01/2010
Pages: 176
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.43lbs
Size: 7.88h x 5.14w x 0.56d