The Words Of The Oratorio Of The Messiah (1828)

The Words Of The Oratorio Of The Messiah (1828)

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The Words Of The Oratorio Of The Messiah is a book that contains the complete libretto of the famous oratorio composed by George Frideric Handel in 1741. The oratorio tells the story of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and is divided into three parts: the prophecies of the Messiah, the birth and ministry of Jesus, and his death and resurrection. This edition of the libretto was first published in 1828, and includes the original English text as well as translations into several other languages, including German, French, and Italian. The book also includes an introduction with historical and musical context, as well as notes on the text and its sources.The Words Of The Oratorio Of The Messiah is a valuable resource for musicians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history and meaning of this beloved musical masterpiece. It allows readers to follow along with the music and gain a deeper understanding of the text and its significance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781120937001
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 28
Weight: 91g
Height: 216mm
Width: 280mm
Spine width: 2mm