Immortal Glory is a unique contribution to the popularization of French opera in China. The second edition of this book was printed to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France, with some additions and refinements to the text. The book traces the gradual development of French opera from its origins to its peak to its last lingering sounds, as well as the cultural and social environments that nurtured the medium. The amazing lives and classic works of these French composers have already become part of humanity’s shared cultural wealth.