The Children Of The Chapel, Including The Pilgrimage Of Pleasure: A Morality Play (1910)

By Mrs. Disney Leith

Book Overview

The Children of the Chapel, Including the Pilgrimage of Pleasure: A Morality Play is a book written by Mrs. Disney Leith and published in 1910. The book is a historical account of the famous choir of the Chapel Royal, which was composed of boys who were selected for their musical talents and trained to perform at royal events and ceremonies. The book provides a detailed history of the choir, from its early beginnings in the 16th century to its decline in the 17th century. The book also includes a morality play titled The Pilgrimage of Pleasure, which was performed by the Children of the Chapel in the 16th century. The play is a allegory that tells the story of a young man named Humanum Genus who embarks on a journey to find pleasure and happiness, but is ultimately led astray by the vices of the world. The play serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of indulging in worldly pleasures and the importance of living a virtuous life. Overall, The Children of the Chapel, Including the Pilgrimage of Pleasure: A Morality Play is a fascinating look into the history of one of England's most famous choirs and the role it played in the country's cultural and musical heritage. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of music, theater, and the arts in England.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164088343
• ISBN13: 9781164088349
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"