Opera AS Drama
by Joseph Kerman
"Opera as Drama" by Joseph Kerman, Alfred A. Knopf, 1956, First Edition. Hardcover with a worn dust jacket. This influential work redefines opera in dramatic terms, essential for music scholars. Despite jacket wear, the interior is well-preserved. A key text in opera criticism.
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The book is a first edition with a dust jacket in poor condition, exhibiting significant tears and wear. The hardcover beneath remains sturdy, with the pages clean and unmarked. The binding is intact, ensuring the book's usability despite the jacket's state.
About This Vintage 1956 Edition
"Opera as Drama" by Joseph Kerman, published by Alfred A. Knopf in New York in 1956, is a seminal work in music criticism. This first edition explores the intricate relationship between opera and drama, offering insightful analysis that has influenced the field significantly. Joseph Kerman, a renowned musicologist, challenges conventional views, advocating for opera as a dramatic art form. This edition is particularly valuable for collectors and scholars due to its first edition status, marking the initial presentation of Kerman's influential ideas. The book is a critical resource for understanding the evolution of opera criticism. The physical condition includes a worn dust jacket with tears, but the interior remains intact, making it a desirable copy for those interested in music literature history.
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