The Rival Operas In London In 1852

The Rival Operas in London in 1852: An Art Memoir is a book written by Harry Gerald Spillan and published in 1852. This book is a comprehensive account of the London opera scene in 1852 focusing on the rivalry between two of the most popular opera companies of the time - the Royal Italian Opera at Covent Garden and the Royal English Opera at Drury Lane. Spillan provides a detailed analysis of the various operas performed by these companies including their music librettos and staging. He also discusses the leading singers conductors and directors of the day as well as the critical reception of each production. In addition to his analysis of the operas themselves Spillan also provides a broader commentary on the state of the arts in London at the time. He discusses the social and political context in which these operas were produced as well as the broader cultural trends of the day. Overall The Rival Operas in London in 1852: An Art Memoir is an important historical document that provides a fascinating insight into the world of opera in mid-19th century London. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of opera music or the arts in general.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.