Title: Benjamin Britten a Commentary on his works from a group of specialists Edited by Donald Mitchell and Hans Keller Description: This book is written in order to help the understanding of the millions who admire Britten superficially. This help can only be given through scholarship, taste and with that special tact needed in dealing with actual and potential friends. Here in a full - length book, amply annotated and illustrated with examples from his music, a number of eminent specialists comment on every facet of his genius. Condition: The book has red boards and gilt lettering to the spine. The lower outer corners of the front & rear boards have heavy bumping. The upper outer corners of the front & rear boards have bumping. Top and tail of spine have bumping & wear and tear. Ex Libris sticker on the front pastedown. There is an inked signature on the title page. Tanning on the rear endpaper. Tanning on front endpapers. As can be seen from the picture the dust jacke