Verdi, Man and Musician: His Biography, with Especial Reference to His English Experiences (1897)
Frederick James Crowest
Verdi, Man and Musician: His Biography, with Especial Reference to His English Experiences (1897)
Frederick James Crowest
Verdi, Man and Musician: His Biography, with Especial Reference to His English Experiences (1897) is a book written by Frederick James Crowest that provides a comprehensive account of the life and works of the famous Italian composer, Giuseppe Verdi. The book focuses on Verdi's experiences in England, where he gained immense popularity and acclaim for his operas. The biography covers Verdi's early life, his musical education, and his rise to fame as a composer of operas, including his most famous works such as Rigoletto, La Traviata, and Aida. The book also explores Verdi's personal life, including his relationships with his family and friends, as well as his political views and involvement in Italian politics.Crowest provides insights into Verdi's creative process, his musical style, and the cultural and historical context in which he lived and worked. The book also includes a detailed analysis of Verdi's operas, their themes, and their musical structure, as well as their reception by audiences and critics.Overall, Verdi, Man and Musician: His Biography, with Especial Reference to His English Experiences (1897) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of Giuseppe Verdi, as well as the history of opera in Italy and England during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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