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Opera
Overview
Opera is often dismissed as outdated and excessive, and perceived to be characterised by excessive passions, sumptuous costumes, and ill-mannered divas.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.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781851687336
- ISBN-10: 1851687335
- Publisher: Oneworld Publications
- Publish Date: July 2010
- Dimensions: 7.88 x 5.14 x 0.56 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.43 pounds
- Page Count: 176
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