The Gilbert And Sullivan Book
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Description from the inside cover: "This is the story of a unique partnership and of the world-famous operas which it produced. In compiling it, Leslie Baily (who wrote the highly successful radio series on Gilbert and Sullivan), has had access to a wealth of new material concerning the work and private lives of Gilbert and Sullivan, and also of the equally famous impressario, D'Oyly Carte. Even after Mr Baily's MS had been set up in type more source material came to light, when Miss Bridget D'Oyly Carte discovered among the belongings of her famous grandfather certain documents containing valuable new information about the partnership. 'I read,' says Mr Baily, 'hundreds of old letters which had not seen the light of day for seventy years and which modify one's previous estimate of the part played by D'Oyly Carte in the Savoy partnership.' This material, plus a great deal of other new matter, including facsimile reproductions from Gilbert's own plot-books, is here made public for the first time. The diaries of both Gilbert and Sullivan are quoted and the facts about Sullivan's love affair with Rachel Scott Russell are revealed through extracts from her letters. This is the most comprehensive history of these famous men and their operas ever attempted. Commencing in 1836 with the birth of Gilbert it spans a century and more of entertainment to the present time. The writing, casting, staging, rehearsals, and first nights are dilated upon. Reminiscences, anecdotes, Press notices, and private correspondence about the libretti and music all jostle one another to complete one of the liveliest pictures of the Gilbert and Sullivan phenomenon ever presented." This book is in good condition, free from highlighting or underlining. The only significant blemish is a red ink stain along the bottom pages. The dust cover is present, but in poor condition, with a sizeable tear on the back cover, smaller tears on the top corners, and general signs of wear. Those interested in the history of opera and theatre will find this book a fascinating and invaluable journey into the lives of two hugely influential personalities. Those with a wider interest in drama, theatre studies and music will also enjoy looking into the weird and wonderful world of Gilbert and Sullivan.
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