The Swedish Nightingale: A Biography Of Jenny Lind

""The Swedish Nightingale: A Biography of Jenny Lind"" by Helen Headland is a comprehensive account of the life and career of the famous 19th-century opera singer, Jenny Lind. The book traces Lind's rise to fame from her humble beginnings in Sweden to her international success as one of the most celebrated sopranos of her time. Headland explores Lind's early musical training, her breakthrough performances in Europe, and her highly publicized tours of the United States, where she became a cultural sensation. The author also delves into Lind's personal life, including her relationships with fellow musicians and her philanthropic work. Drawing on primary sources such as letters, diaries, and contemporary accounts, ""The Swedish Nightingale"" offers a vivid portrait of one of the most remarkable women of the 19th century.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.

Author: Helen Headland
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: 06/23/2005
Pages: 164
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d
ISBN: 9781419155383

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