The romantic world of Puccini : a new critical appraisal of the operas /

"Giacomo Puccini, composer of some of the world's most popular operas, was also a literary person who based his librettos on existing works of literature. The author argues that the majority of Puccini's operas compose a grand cycle that finds its roots in the romance genre of 12th ce...

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Main Author: Arnesen, Iris J., 1955-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, [2009]
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Summary:"Giacomo Puccini, composer of some of the world's most popular operas, was also a literary person who based his librettos on existing works of literature. The author argues that the majority of Puccini's operas compose a grand cycle that finds its roots in the romance genre of 12th century France. This book offers fresh perspective on Puccini's legacy"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description:vii, 299 pages ; 26 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780786444823 (softcover : alk. paper)
0786444827 (softcover : alk. paper)