Description

Memoranda of the Life of Jenny Lind is a book written by Nathaniel Parker Willis in 1850. The book is a biographical account of the life of Jenny Lind, a Swedish opera singer who was known as the ""Swedish Nightingale."" The book covers Lind's life from her childhood in Sweden to her rise to fame as an opera singer in Europe and America. Willis, a well-known American author and journalist, was a close friend of Lind and had the opportunity to travel with her on her American tour. The book is based on his personal observations and experiences with Lind, as well as interviews with her family and friends. The book provides insight into Lind's personal life, including her childhood, education, and relationships. It also covers her professional career, including her training as a singer, her performances in Europe, and her highly successful American tour. Overall, Memoranda of the Life of Jenny Lind is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and career of one of the most famous opera singers of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed and intimate portrait of Lind, as well as a fascinating glimpse into the world of opera during her time.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.