Publisher's Synopsis
The Extravaganzas of J. R. Planche V2: Somerset Herald, 1825-1871 (1879) is a book written by J. R. Planche. The book is a collection of extravaganzas, which are a type of musical comedy that was popular in the 19th century. Planche, who was a Somerset Herald from 1825 to 1871, wrote many of these extravaganzas during his career. The book is the second volume of a two-volume set and contains a total of 12 extravaganzas. Each one is a unique story with its own characters and plot. The book provides a glimpse into the world of 19th-century musical theater and the creative mind of J. R. Planche. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of theater or the development of musical comedy.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.
