
Opera Stories From Wagner - By - Florence Akin - With Illustrations
A gentle retelling of Wagner’s legendary myths invites listeners into a world where river maidens sing beneath sparkling waters, towering giants stride across mountain peaks, and mischievous dwarfs clatter at their hidden forges. The opening tale follows the radiant Rhine‑daughters, their golden hair dancing on the currents, and the curious dwarf Alberich, whose envy of their glittering treasure sets the stage for a timeless conflict between beauty and ambition.
The narration weaves together the first acts of four great operas, presenting heroic deeds, enchanted forests, and the echo of distant thunder without revealing the later tragedies that lie ahead. Rich, lyrical language captures the wonder of each character—Wotan’s mighty presence, the fierce Valkyries, and the brave youth Siegfried—while the accompanying illustrations bring the scenes vividly to life.
Perfect for bedtime listening, this collection offers a soothing yet adventurous journey, letting imaginations soar on the music‑filled currents of a legendary saga, all before the story’s deeper twists unfold.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (70K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders
Release date
2005-07-24
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1878–1962
A longtime teacher and writer for children, she created reading books that helped early-grade students build phonics skills through stories, myths, and classic tales. Her work was widely published in the early 20th century and still survives in major digital libraries.
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