Sir Arthur Sullivan

Sir Arthur Sullivan: Life Story, Letters, and Reminiscences is a biographical work written by Arthur Lawrence and published in 1899. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Sir Arthur Sullivan, a famous English composer best known for his collaboration with W.S. Gilbert in creating a series of comic operas, including The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a detailed biography of Sullivan's life, from his birth in London in 1842 to his death in 1900. The author covers Sullivan's early years, his education at the Royal Academy of Music, and his rise to fame as a composer. The book also explores Sullivan's personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues.The second part of the book is a collection of Sullivan's letters and reminiscences. These documents provide a unique insight into the composer's life and work, as well as his thoughts and feelings about the people and events that shaped his career. The letters and reminiscences are arranged chronologically, allowing readers to follow Sullivan's development as a composer and his interactions with his contemporaries.Overall, Sir Arthur Sullivan: Life Story, Letters, and Reminiscences is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of one of England's most celebrated composers. The book offers a detailed and engaging account of Sullivan's life, as well as a fascinating glimpse into the world of Victorian music and culture.With Critique And Bibliography.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.