The Autobiography of Geraldine Farrar: Such Sweet Compulsion.

New York, NY Da Capo Press, 1970. Hardcover Reprint Edition. Very Good: shows indications of careful use: slight spine lean; just a touch of wear to the extremities; faint scuffing at the upper front panel; binding secure; text clean. No longer 'As New', but remains clean, sturdy, and quite presentable. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. xii + 8vo. 303pp. Includes Appendix, a complete listt of Farrar's operatic roles & index. With Black & White Photographs. Powder Blue cloth over boards. Reprint Edition. This title was originally published in 1938 by The Greystone Press. (Da Capo Press Music Reprint Series). Hardback: No DJ 'as issued'. Geraldine Farrar (February 28, 1882 – March 11, 1967) was an American soprano opera singer and film actress, noted for her beauty, acting ability, and "the intimate timbre of her voice." She had a large following among young women, who were nicknamed "Gerry-flappers". Unlike most of the famous bel canto singers who preceded her, who had sacrificed dramatic action to tonal perfection, she was more interested in the emotional than in the purely lyrical aspects of her roles. Miss Farrar believed that dramatic ability is more essential than perfect singing in opera. In 1960 Farrar was awarded two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, in the music and film categories. Her stars can be found at 1620 & 1709 Vine Street.