Stories of the Wagner Opera by H. A. Guerber
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About this eBook
| Author | Guerber, H. A. (Hélène Adeline), 1859-1929 |
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| Title | Stories of the Wagner Opera |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Stories of the Wagner Opera" by H. A. Guerber is a collection of narrative sketches written in the late 19th century. It serves as an accessible introduction to the operatic works of Richard Wagner, outlining the stories and themes of his notable operas. Through its concise retellings, the book aims to illuminate the dramatic narratives and complex characters that Wagner crafted for the stage. At the start of this collection, the author presents a preface that clarifies the intent behind these sketches: to provide readers with a clear outline of Wagner's operas. The opening section focuses on "Rienzi, the Last of the Tribunes," detailing the tumultuous political landscape of 14th century Rome and introducing the protagonist, Rienzi, who rises to rally the oppressed citizens against the corrupt nobility. Guerber depicts the challenges faced by Rienzi, including personal tragedy and the struggle for power, setting the stage for a narrative filled with themes of popular revolt, idealistic ambition, and the consequences of unchecked authority. This initial insight sets a tone for the rest of the collection, where each opera's story is summarized with clarity and engaging detail. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Operas -- Stories, plots, etc. |
| Subject | Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883 -- Stories, plots, etc. |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16840 |
| Release Date | Oct 9, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 112 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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