Item #521347 Opera : An illustrated survey of the nature & development of an art was described by Dr Johnson as an exotic and irrational entertainment. Edward J. Dent, Kay Ambrose.
Opera : An illustrated survey of the nature & development of an art was described by Dr Johnson as an exotic and irrational entertainment.

Opera : An illustrated survey of the nature & development of an art was described by Dr Johnson as an exotic and irrational entertainment.

London: Penguin, 1953. Reprint. Softcover. Very Good Condition. Item #521347

220 pages, several plates. Opera is Edward J. Dent’s elegant, highly readable survey of opera’s origins, evolution and artistic character, enriched throughout by Kay Ambrose’s lively illustrations. Dent traces the form from its early experiments in Italy through the splendours of the Baroque, the reforms of Gluck, the dramatic power of Mozart and Verdi, and the modern search for new musical–dramatic expression. Original printed card covers. Covers lightly marked. Spine rubbed. Contents clean. Size: 11 x 19 cms. Category: Popular Paperbacks; Non Fiction;.

Keywords: BZDB395 Popular Paperbacks; Non Fiction; Unbranded Edward J. Dent, illustrated by Kay Ambrose Opera : An illustrated survey of the nature & development of an art was described by Dr Johnson as an exotic and irrational entertainment.

Price: £9.95

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