The Opera A Sketch of the Development of Opera. With full Descriptions of all Works in the Modern Repertory.

"The Opera" by R. A. Streatfeild is a journey through the world of opera, starting with its unexpected birth in Florence during the late 1500s, as people tried to bring back Greek drama, to its growth into the modern shows we know today. The book shines a spotlight on early innovators like Jacopo Peri, whose opera "Euridice" was a big step, and Monteverdi, who greatly pushed the boundaries of the art form. The historical account proceeds to trace how opera transformed across different countries and eras through the visions of other composers, setting the stage for a complete look at opera’s deep roots throughout the rest of the volume.