The life story, reminiscences & letters of Gilbert's collaborator, profusely illustrated. Chapters include: Boyhood, At Leipzig, First Public Success, First & Second Visit to Paris, Sullivan Meets Gilbert, Idling in Italy, American Reminiscences, The Gilbert & Sullivan Popular Operas, Sir Arthur's Favourite Opera, Dissolution of the Partnership, Personality & Methods of Work, Anecdotal, An Appendix compiled by Wilfred Bendall gives a complete listing of Sir Arthur Sullivan's work.