The Sound of Music

The Complete Book and Lyrics of the Broadway Musical The Applause Libretto Library
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world’s most beloved musical. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the captain’s immediate service in their navy. The family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. The motion picture version remains the most popular movie musical of all time.

Additional Information

SKU: 00314826
UPC: 884088475307
ISBN-10: 1423490797
ISBN-13: 9781423490791
Series: Applause Libretto Library
Page Count: 156
Contributors: Book by Howard Lindsay & Russel Crouse Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II