Life of Henriette Sontag, Countess de Rossi. by Paul Scudo et al.
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About this eBook
| Contributor | Scudo, Paul, 1806-1864 |
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| Contributor | Adam, Adolphe, 1803-1856 |
| Contributor | Aycard, Marie, 1794-1859 |
| Contributor | Berlioz, Hector, 1803-1869 |
| Contributor | Börne, Ludwig, 1786-1837 |
| Contributor | Gautier, Théophile, 1811-1872 |
| Contributor | Marguerittes, Julie de, 1814-1866 |
| Contributor | Pückler-Muskau, Hermann, Fürst von, 1785-1871 |
| Title |
Life of Henriette Sontag, Countess de Rossi. with Interesting Sketches by Scudo, Hector Berlioz, Louis Boerne, Adolphe Adam, Marie Aycard, Julie de Margueritte, Prince Puckler-Muskau & Theophile Gautier. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Life of Henriette Sontag, Countess de Rossi" by Paul Scudo et al. is a biographical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the life of the renowned soprano Henriette Sontag, tracing her remarkable journey from a child prodigy in Germany to a celebrated opera diva, and later, a countess. It captures her artistic evolution, societal impact, and personal life, illustrating a multifaceted character shaped by both acclaim and adversity. The opening of this biography introduces Henriette Sontag as a gifted performer whose talent in music revealed itself from an early age. Born into a family of artists, she gained recognition for her voice and beauty, becoming a celebrated figure on stage by the age of eleven. The text sets the stage for her illustrious career, touching on her early successes, her ascent through Europe's opera houses, and the complexities of her transition into married life as Countess de Rossi. It hints at the challenges she faced amidst her fame, portraying a woman of remarkable resilience and artistry deeply rooted in the rich cultural milieu of her time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Sontag, Henriette, 1806-1854 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39861 |
| Release Date | May 30, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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