02216cam a22003013u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000380011324500430015126400510019430000470024533600260029233700260031833800360034450000310038050801670041152011900057853400450176865300310181365300270184485600430187136143UtSlPG20260610133826.0mcr n260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aML1 aMapleson, James Henry,d1830-190114aThe Mapleson Memoirs, 1848-1888, vol I 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2011  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2011-05-18  aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images available by The Internet Archive)  a"The Mapleson Memoirs, 1848-1888, vol I" by James Henry Mapleson is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This memoir recounts the experiences and challenges faced by the author in his career as an operatic impresario, detailing both his victories and struggles within the opera industry of the time. Mapleson's narrative promises rich insights into the world of 19th-century opera, noting key figures and events that shaped this vibrant cultural landscape.  The opening of the memoir introduces Mapleson's early musical education and ambitions, highlighting his diverse background as a student, critic, and performer. As he transitions into the role of an impresario, he begins to navigate the complexities of the operatic world, from securing talented singers to dealing with legal challenges related to performer contracts. Through personal anecdotes, such as his encounters with famous artists and the unique customs of the opera houses, the opening segment sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the vibrant, yet tumultuous, world of 19th-century opera, encapsulating both the artistry and drama of the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aOpera -- England -- London  aOpera -- United States40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36143