Gilbert and Sullivan
Michael Ainger
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Gilbert and Sullivan
Published
2002
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
504
ISBN-13
9781280532221
Description
"Introduced by a mutual colleague in the theater world, Gilbert and Sullivan followed very different paths to the stage door. Having survived an insecure childhood, Gilbert flourished as a financially successful theater professional, married happily, and established himself as a property owner. An extremely disciplined writer, he was also fiercely protective of the integrity of his work. By contrast, Sullivan enjoyed a stable and musical start in the midst of a supportive family, yet grew into a restless artist. His creative self-doubts and self-demands led to a nervous and physical breakdown. But these doubts and demands also propelled the team to break the successful formula of their earlier work to produce more ambitious pieces of theater, including The Mikado and The Yeoman of the Guard." "The first joint biography of Gilbert and Sullivan based on original research in over half a century, the book draws from the recently available D'Oyly Carte collection of letters, as well as public records, manuscripts of the operas, and numerous other repositories of personal and professional correspondence. The result of meticulous research, this is a rich, thorough, and insightful account of two talented men and their combined artistic legacy."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Gilbert and Sullivan?
This edition of Gilbert and Sullivan has approximately 504 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Gilbert and Sullivan?
For most readers, Gilbert and Sullivan typically takes between 10h 30m and 7h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 126,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 24m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 17 days • Estimated word count: 126,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Gilbert and Sullivan?
The estimated word count for Gilbert and Sullivan is approximately 126,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Gilbert and Sullivan?
Gilbert and Sullivan was written by Michael Ainger.
When was Gilbert and Sullivan published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.