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The Beginning Of Grand Opera In Chicago, 1850-1859 (1913)

The Beginning Of Grand Opera In Chicago, 1850-1859 (1913)

Hackett, Karlton Spaulding

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Fiction AnthologiesMusic ReferenceRegional: Middle Atlantic

ISBN10: 1120728231
ISBN13: 9781120728234
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Nov 21 2009
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Beginning of Grand Opera in Chicago, 1850-1859 is a historical book written by Karlton Spaulding Hackett and published in 1913. The book provides a detailed account of the early years of grand opera in Chicago, from its inception in 1850 to the end of the decade. The author delves into the cultural and social context of the time, describing the city's growing population and the emergence of a wealthy elite with a taste for the arts. Hackett also explores the various opera companies and performers who graced the stages of Chicago during this period, including the legendary Adelina Patti. The book features extensive research and analysis of primary sources, including newspaper articles and advertisements, as well as personal accounts and letters. Overall, The Beginning of Grand Opera in Chicago, 1850-1859 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of opera in America and the cultural development of Chicago in the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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