The Rhinegold & the Valkyrie

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Exploring Norse mythology, this collection features Richard Wagner's groundbreaking operas, translated into English by Margaret Armour. It includes the prelude "The Rhinegold" and the three operas of the Ring Cycle: "The Valkyrie," "Siegfried," and "The Twilight of the Gods." Wagner's innovative approach, known as Gesamtkunstwerk, integrates poetry, visual art, music, and drama, transforming the opera landscape. His works reflect a blend of romanticism and a deep exploration of mythic themes.