Opera and its Symbols

Robert Donington

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Based on cogent analyses of operas by composers from Monteverdi to Tippett, the author stresses the unity of words, music, and staging.  Donington’s allusions range through literature,history, and art to enrich his study of symbols.  He further enhances his text with musical passages. Put simply, I think this is the best book on opera I’ve ever read. - review by Karen Wadman