The Messiah; a sacred oratorio

People / Organizations

• Charles Jennens (Author)

Imprint

London : printed for the directors, by H. Macleish, 1791.

Added name

Handel, George Frideric, 1685-1759.

Publication year

1791

ESTC No.

N34789

Grub Street ID

23077

Description

15,[1]p. ; 8°.

Note

The libretto only; the words selected from the Bible by Charles Jennens

With an additional titlepage: 'The Messiah; a sacred oratorio. As performed at Covent Garden Theatre. 1791. Under the direction of Mr. Harrison and Mr. Ashley.'.

Uncontrolled note

Some libs. report "M. Macleish"; the initial is badly printed