One is treated to a multidimensional, interdisciplinary expedition through British history that spans splendid Diamond Jubilee coronations and wrenching revolts, trade and exploration, pervasive hunger and far-flung empire, inventions and architecture. Within an English perspective, this book provides robust context for understanding the watershed events and significant social dynamics during the past 600 years. Superbly illustrated with engravings, paintings, and photographs, Fins de Siècle: How Centuries End, 1400-2000 begins at the end of the fourteenth century "when there were already signs of what has been called a 'new time consciousness'." Highly recommended for graduate-level sociology, British history, Western Civilization, comparative cultures, and philosophy of history courses. An excellent and timely addition to graduate school libraries and major public libraries. Robert S. Frey, M.A.; Editor, BRIDGES: An Interdisciplinary Journal of Theology, Philosophy, History, and Science

This is the best book regarding Placido Domingo's career, character and musical abilities, which are considerable. Highly recommended for any fan if you can find a copy of it. Mine is autographed and I consider it priceless.

Agree with the editorial review and have the video version as well which I enjoyed very much. I was fortunate to be in attendance at the La Boheme and Otello tapings so it was a wonderful remembrance of the occassions and of this wonderful artist. The book is meant to be a companion to the video, I believe, and worth reading for opera and Domingo fans without the video. However, Snowman's original bio was more informative as to the artist. I still recommend it for Domingo fans as it is enjoyable and gives some interesting background of the performances.