Handel, George Frederic. (1685-1759) Song in the Oratorio of Samson [1781 Lady's Magazine]The LADY'S MAGAZINE; Or, Entertaining Companion for the FAIR SEX, appropriated solely to their Use and Amusement. Supplement for the year 1781. 8 1 4" x 5 1 4". A rare 18th century magazine, containing a fold out 10 X 8. 5 inch sheet, "Song in the Oratorio of Samson." The oratorio was premiered in London on February 18, 1743. It was a great success, leading to a total of seven performances in its first season, the most in a single season of any of his