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First Nights at the Opera
by Professor Thomas Forrest Kelly

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Author: Professor Thomas Forrest Kelly
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-05-28
ISBN: 0300115261
Number of pages: 464
Publisher: Yale University Press

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Book Review: A terrific book for opera lovers
Summary: 5 Stars

This is a simply marvelous book: well written, interesting, and informative. Prof. Kelly is that rara avis, an academic who can write. I highly recommend this book to the operatic newcomer and professional alike.

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