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Stories of the Wagner Opera
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General MusicOperaMusic Reference
ISBN13: 9781026010501
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 202
Weight: 0.64
Height: 0.43 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Stories of the Wagner Opera is a comprehensive guide to the dramatic narratives and mythical underpinnings of Richard Wagner's most celebrated compositions. Written by H. A. Guerber, an acclaimed author of folklore and legends, this work provides detailed and evocative summaries of Wagner's revolutionary musical dramas, making them accessible to both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre.
The book covers the complete scope of Wagner's major output, including the seafaring legend of The Flying Dutchman, the chivalric tales of Lohengrin and Tannhäuser, and the profound philosophical depths of Tristan and Isolde. Significant attention is given to the monumental four-opera cycle, The Ring of the Nibelung, as well as the composer's final masterpiece, Parsifal. Guerber focuses on the plot, character development, and the traditional Germanic and Norse sources that Wagner transformed into his innovative Gesamtkunstwerk.
By highlighting the thematic complexity and emotional intensity of these works, this volume serves as an essential literary companion to the operatic stage. It emphasizes the historical and cultural significance of Wagner's librettos, providing readers with the necessary context to appreciate the artistic vision of one of the most influential figures in music history.
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