Poor Soldier Comic Opera by Shield William (9 results)

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of songs and lyrics from the 18th-century opera "The Poor Soldier." The opera is a comic entertainment that follows the romantic entanglements of several characters, including the soldier Dermot, his beloved Kathleen, and the scheming Darby. The songs in this collection reflect the lively and humorous tone of the opera, with themes of love, marriage, and the camaraderie of soldiers. The author provides historical context and insights into the themes of the opera, making this book an enjoyable and informative read for fans of opera and musical theater. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a diverse collection of songs that showcase the vibrant and dynamic cultural landscape of the 18th century. It includes ballads, love songs, drinking songs, and humorous ditties that provide a glimpse into the lives, values, and struggles of people during that era. The songs in this collection are a testament to the power of music to capture and convey human emotions, experiences, and social commentary. They offer a unique window into the past, allowing readers to connect with the thoughts and feelings of individuals living in a different time and place. Through its rich and varied content, this book not only entertains but also illuminates the social, cultural, and historical contexts of 18th-century life. It invites readers to explore the nuances of human expression, the complexities of love and relationships, and the enduring themes of joy, sorrow, and resilience that continue to resonate today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Size: Three volumes in one. Oblong folio. [ii (title)], 25; [ii (title/catalogue)], 30; 61pp. (without title-page). Half leather (little rubbed, small section missing at head). Engraved. RISM A/I/4 and A/I/12 H 7395. BUC p.504. Three volumes in one. Oblong folio. [ii (title)], 25; [ii (title/catalogue)], 30; 61pp. (without title-page).

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1782 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 34 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.

Disbound. Engraved. Size: Oblong folio. [i (title)], 30pp. RISM A/I/8 and A/I/14 S 3108. BUC p.946.