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Bluebeard's Castle Of Bela Bartok : An Analysis, Dean Harley Finney
Bluebeard's Castle Of Bela Bartok : An Analysis, Dean Harley Finney
University of the Pacific Theses and Dissertations
The story of Bluebear has been the center of many theatrical and musical works. From its mystery-shrouded origin, the legend and its principal characters have experienced numerous transformations. Charles Perrault’s tale, the first known published version of the story, served as a basis for all succeeding treatments of the theme, which have handled the various characters differently -- at times stressing Bluebeard, and at other times, the heroine. The theme of the Bluebeard legend has appeared in literature in delightful fairytales and in several dramas, both tragic and comic. Musically, the legend has been employed in numerous operas and as …