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Opera
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- Book Synopsis
- Opera is often dismissed as outdated and excessive, and perceived to be characterised by excessive passions, sumptuous costumes, and ill-mannered divas.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.
- About The Author
- Alexandra Wilson is Senior Lecturer in Musicology at Oxford Brookes University. Passionate about bringing opera to a wider audience, she regularly presents broadcasts for BBC Radio 3 and Radio 4, and is a reviewer for Opera magazine.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781851687336
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Oneworld, (01 June 2010)
- Number of Pages
- 160
- Weight
- 195 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 198 x 129 x 14 mm
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