Life of Henriette Sontag, Countess de Rossi
With Sketches by Scudo, Hector Berlioz, Louis Boerne, Marie Aycard, Julie de Margueritte & Theophile GautierBy Fürst von Hermann Pückler-Muskau, Théophile Gautier, Hector Berlioz, Paul Scudo, Adolphe Adam, Marie Aycard, Louis Boerne, Julie de Marguerittes
Length2h 11m
About this audiobook
The anthology *Life of Henriette Sontag, Countess de Rossi* offers a multifaceted exploration of one of the most illustrious figures in the world of 19th-century opera. Through a diverse array of essays and narratives, the collection delves into themes of artistry, celebrity, and the tumultuous life of Henriette Sontag. Standout pieces illustrate the tension between public adoration and personal strife, while others focus on the intricate dynamics of opera's cultural landscape. The literary context of this compilation reflects a period where opera was a linchpin of cultural discourse, resonating with both artistic appreciation and social commentary. Curated by esteemed authors such as Fürst von Hermann Pückler-Muskau and Théophile Gautier, the anthology brings together voices well-versed in both literary and musical critique. The contributors' rich backgrounds span across significant cultural and literary movements, including Romanticism and the burgeoning appreciation of Europe's operatic geniuses. This confluence of perspectives provides a rich narrative tapestry, enhancing the reader's understanding of Sontag's impact on and off the stage. For readers seeking a comprehensive view into the variegated world of 19th-century opera, this anthology is indispensable. The collection's compelling essays and stories offer an educational journey into the complexities of artistic identity and the societal structures that shape it. By immersing themselves in these varied narratives, readers can appreciate the anthology's broader insights and the engaging dialogue it establishes among its diverse contributors.
Audiobook details
GenreBiography and Memoir, Literary Classics
Length2 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1MEMOIR OF THE COUNTESS DE ROSSI.
2SKETCHES OF THE COUNTESS DE ROSSI, BY VARIOUS CELEBRATED WRITERS.
3PEN AND INK PORTRAIT OF HE N R I E T T E S O N T A G, BY MARIE AYCARD.
4HENRIETTE SONTAG (COUNTESS DE ROSSI) BY MR. SCUDO,[A] (Member of the Institut Français.)
5HENRIETTE SONTAG IN FRANKFORT. BY LOUIS BOERNE.
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6PAST AND PRESENT. BY THEOPHILE GAUTIER.
7HOW SONTAG SINGS. BY HECTOR BERLIOZ.
8THE PRIMA DONNA AND THE COUNTESS.
9IS IT THE MOTHER, OR THE DAUGHTER?
10SOUVENIRS OF THE OPERA IN EUROPE. BY JULIE DE MARGUERITTES. C H A P. I.
11SONTAG AND MALIBRAN AT EPSOM RACES. BY JULIE DE MARGUERITTE. C H A P. II.
12HENRIETTE SONTAG AND THE EMPEROR OF RUSSIA. BY PRINCE PUCKLER-MUSKAU. From his celebrated work entitled "Tutti Frutti."
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