The Duenna

The Duenna

Richard Brinsley Sheridan

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781143209413
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'The Duenna: An Opera in Three Acts' is a celebrated work by Richard Brinsley Sheridan, renowned for his contributions to English theatre. This edition presents the complete libretto of the comic opera, capturing the wit and charm that made it a favorite of 18th-century audiences.Set in Spain, the opera follows the romantic entanglements of its characters with a plot full of mistaken identities, humorous disguises, and clever deceptions. Sheridan’s sharp dialogue and memorable characters, combined with the music, create a delightful theatrical experience.This edition allows modern readers to appreciate Sheridan’s genius and the enduring appeal of 'The Duenna' as both a literary work and a stage production. A must-read for enthusiasts of classic plays and opera alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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