Observations on the Castrati in Britain 1st Edition – PDF/EPUB Version Downloadable
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Author(s): Paul F. Rice
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
ISBN: 9781036400729
Edition: 1st Edition
Description
In 18th-century Britain, castrato singers challenged cultural and sexual norms. This book investigates fears that their sensual Italian music could feminize men and weaken the nation, while also examining the castrati’s contributions as cultural leaders.
