Life of Henriette Sontag, Countess de Rossi. by Paul Scudo et al.

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Contributor Scudo, Paul, 1806-1864
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.
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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
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