Wagner's Ring of the Nibelung

A Companion

Stewart Spencer, Mr. Stewart Spencer, Barry Millington , Stuart Spencer

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Thames & Hudson Ltd
24 October 2000

Music; Opera; Musical scores, lyrics & libretti

Translating the text of Richard Wagner's Ring of the Nibelung is a monumental task that few have successfully undertaken. Here, however, Stewart Spencer has achieved a meticulous version which is both reliable and readable, yet which adheres closely to Wagner's poetic intentions. The German text is given in parallel, and Spencer also contributes illuminating footnotes and an introductory essay.

Other specially commissioned essays discuss the Cycle's musical structure, its philosophical implications, its medieval sources and Wagner's own changing attitude to its meaning. An appendix of Wagner's rejected versions, copious notes on the translation, a glossary of the names of characters in the Ring, an extensive bibliography, and reviews of 'Ring Cycle' CD- and video-recordings conclude the volume.

Armed with this essential complement to Wagner's masterwork, the newcomer can approach it with confidence, while for those already in its thrall there are new ideas, up-to-date research and fresh insights.

Edited by: Stewart Spencer
Translated by: Stuart Spencer
Volume editor: Mr. Stewart Spencer, Barry Millington
Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: New edition
Dimensions: Height: 230mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 35mm
Weight: 640g
ISBN: 9780500281949
ISBN 10: 0500281947
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 24 October 2000
Audience: General/trade , Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , ELT Advanced , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active