FOR YOU. THE LIBRETTO

McEwan, Ian and Michael Berkeley

ISBN 10: 0099526662 / ISBN 13: 9780099526667

Published by Vintage Books, London, 2008

About this Item

First edition, limited issue of 1000 numbered copies signed by McEwan and Berkeley on the title page. Copy #330. Perfect-bound illustrated card wraps with French-fold flaps. Fine condition. McEwan's libretto for Berkeley's opera which was first performed on May 31, 2008.

Seller Inventory # 7114

Bibliographic Details

• Title: FOR YOU. THE LIBRETTO
• Publisher: Vintage Books, London
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0099526662
• ISBN 13: 9780099526667
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: First Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Not Issued
• Signed: Signed by Authors

About this title

Synopsis

Charles Frieth, preeminent composer, conductor and prodigious womaniser, is preparing for a performance of one of his early works, and the world premiere of "Demonic Aubade". Obstinate and myopic, he is oblivious to the growing turmoil around him; his wife's poor health and dissatisfaction; the exhausted efforts of his secretary; and, the disquieting diligence of his housekeeper, Maria. As the first performance draws near, the maestro is suddenly awoken to the chaos, and as Charles struggles to regain control of his life, a terrible tragedy begins to unfold. "For You" is a beautifully wrought and compelling libretto - It is Ian McEwan at his very best.

About the Author

Ian McEwan is the author of two collections of stories and eleven previous novels, including Enduring Love, Amsterdam, for which he won the Booker Prize in 1998, Atonement and On Chesil Beach.