The Beggar's Opera

John Gay

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Anson Street Press
28 March 2025

Opera; Plays & playscripts

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John Gay's ""The Beggar's Opera"" remains a cornerstone of 18th-century English literature, a groundbreaking ballad opera that blends music and drama with sharp wit. This satirical masterpiece offers a unique glimpse into the social landscape of its time, using the world of crime as a lens through which to examine the morals and manners of the upper classes.

A pioneering work in its genre, ""The Beggar's Opera"" utilizes popular tunes and familiar melodies, setting them to new lyrics that both entertain and provoke thought. Gay's libretto is a brilliant example of social commentary, cleverly disguised within a lively and engaging plot. This carefully reproduced edition preserves the historical integrity of the original text, allowing readers to experience the opera as it was first presented. Explore the world of ballad opera and discover the enduring appeal of this timeless classic.

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 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.

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.

By: John Gay
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 417g
ISBN: 9781023062886
ISBN 10: 1023062887
Pages: 170
Publication Date: 28 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active