ADAM, ADOLPHE CHARLES (1803-1856), French composer of light operas which enjoyed great favour, was born in Paris July 24, 1803, and died there May 3, 1856. Boieldieu taught and encouraged him and he became in due course one of the most prolific and popular composers of his time. Of his 53 stage works Le Postilion de Long jumeau merits particular mention, while his ballet Giselle is still performed.