The Wagnerian Romances by Gertrude Hall Brownell
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"The Wagnerian Romances" by Gertrude Hall Brownell is a literary exploration of the operas of Richard Wagner, written in the early 20th century. The book aims to present the enchanting stories and profound themes originating from Wagner's libretti and scores, emphasizing their beauty and narrative depth beyond mere musical critique. It includes detailed accounts of notable works such as "Parsifal," "The Ring of the Nibelung," and "Tristan and Isolde," inviting readers to
experience these operas as literary pieces in their own right. The opening of "The Wagnerian Romances" introduces readers to the ethereal world of Wagner's operas, starting with "Parsifal." Here, we meet Gurnemanz and the youthful Parsifal, who unwittingly engages with the themes of innocence and morality. The scene is set at the Castle of the Grail, exploring the backstory surrounding the theme of the Holy Grail and its guardian knights. The narrative unfolds with Gurnemanz recounting the tragic state of the Grail and the wounded king Amfortas while introducing Kundry, a complex character entangled in the past. The tension between longing and the quest for redemption is evident, suggesting a layered journey for Parsifal as he moves from ignorance to insight, highlighting both personal and spiritual growth—a theme that resonates throughout Wagner's works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Brownell, Gertrude Hall, 1863-1961 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 08000312 |
| Title | The Wagnerian Romances |
| Contents | Parsifal -- The ring of the Nibelung -- The master-singers of Nuremberg -- Tristan and Isolde -- Lohengrin -- Tannhaeuser -- The flying Dutchman. |
| Credits | Produced by Robert J. Hall |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Operas -- Stories, plots, etc. |
| Subject | Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27265 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-27265-8 |
| Release Date | Nov 15, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 632 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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