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The Complete Works Of W. H. Auden: Libretti And Other Dramatic Writings, 19391973 (The Complete Works Of W. H. Auden, 4),New
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W. H. Auden Called Opera The 'Last Refuge Of The High Style,' And Considered It The One Art In Which The Grand Manner Survived The Ironic Levelings Of Modernity. He Began Writing Libretti Soon After He Arrived In America In 1939 And Abandoned His Earlier Attempts To Write Public, Political Drama. Opera Gave Him The Opportunity To Rise To The High Style In Public, Not In An Attempt To Elevate His Own Status As A Poet, But In Service Of The Heroic Voice Of The Singers. These Works Present Their Mythical Actions With A Direct Intensity Unlike Anything In Even His Greatest Poems. In This Volume Of Auden And Chester Kallman'S Libretti, Extensive Historical And Textual Notes Trace The History Of The Production And Revision Of The Works And Provide Full Texts Of Early Scenarios, As Well As Abandoned And Rewritten Scenes.Almost All The Works Included Here Were Previously Published In Incomplete And Often Inaccessible Editionsor Were Never Published At All. The Book Prints For The First Time The Full Text Of Paul Bunyan, Auden'S First Libretto, Which He Wrote For Music By Benjamin Britten. It Also Includes Auden And Kallman'S The Rake'S Progress, Written For Igor Stravinsky, And Delia, Written For Stravinsky But Never Set To Music. The Book Continues With Auden And Kallman'S Two Libretti Written For Music By Hans Werner Henze, Elegy For Young Lovers And The Bassarids, And Their Adaptation Of Love'S Labour'S Lost, Composed By Nicolas Nabokov. It Also Contains Their Translation Of The Magic Flute, With Its Scenes Reordered For Greater Dramatic Coherence And Added Dialogue For Sharper Mythical Significance, And Their Antimasque, The Entertainment Of The Senses, For Music By John Gardner.The Book Contains Two Radio Playsthe Dark Valley, A Monologue Written By Auden Alone, And The Rocking Horse Winner, Written With James Stern And Based On A Story By D. H. Lawrence. Also Included Are The Unpublished Masque That Auden Wrote For Kallman'S Twentysecond Birthday, The Unpublished Versions Of The Dutchess Of Malfi That Auden Prepared With Bertolt Brecht, Scenarios For A Film Script And A Libretto That Were Never Completed, Auden'S Narrative For The Medieval Play Of Daniel, Two Narratives For Documentary Films, And His Song Lyrics Written For Man Of La Mancha Before The Producer Decided To Use A Different Lyricist.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains eight hundred twenty-three pages. It provides an extensive compilation of W. H. Auden's works, including libretti and dramatic writings.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is bound in hardcover. The hardcover binding is designed for durability and long-term use.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The dimensions of this book are nine point seven six inches in length, two point zero one inches in width, and six point seven five inches in height. This size makes it portable yet substantial.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is W. H. Auden. He is renowned for his contributions to poetry and dramatic writing.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: This book falls under the category of Dramas and Plays. It focuses on Auden's dramatic writings and libretti.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book by simply opening it and enjoying the text. It contains libretti and dramatic writings that are meant to be read for both pleasure and insight.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: This book is generally suitable for adults and older teens, given its themes and content. It is not specifically designed for children.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keeping it on a bookshelf will help maintain its condition.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Yes, this book can be used for educational purposes. It provides valuable insights into Auden's dramatic works and can be studied in literature courses.
- Q: What if my book arrives damaged? A: If your book arrives damaged, contact customer support for return instructions. Most retailers offer a return policy for damaged items.
- Q: Are there any special notes included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes extensive historical and textual notes. These notes provide context and detail about the production and revision of the works.
- Q: Is there any previously unpublished material in this book? A: Yes, this book includes previously unpublished works, such as the full text of Paul Bunyan and other libretti. This makes it a unique collection.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations or photos? A: No, this book does not include illustrations or photos. It focuses on the text of the libretti and dramatic writings.
- Q: Is this book available in other formats? A: Currently, this book is available only in hardcover format. There may not be a paperback or digital edition available at this time.
- Q: What publisher released this book? A: This book was published by Princeton University Press. The publisher is known for its academic and literary publications.
- Q: Are there any notable works included in this book? A: Yes, this book includes notable works such as The Rake's Progress and translations of The Magic Flute. These pieces highlight Auden's contributions to opera and drama.