Giacomo Puccini (1906) is a biographical book written by Dry and Wakeling that explores the life and works of the Italian composer, Giacomo Puccini. The book delves into Puccini's early life, his musical training, and his rise to fame as one of the most celebrated composers of his time. It also provides insight into the creative process behind some of Puccini's most famous operas, including La Boh?????me, Tosca, and Madama Butterfly. The authors draw on a range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and contemporary accounts, to paint a vivid picture of Puccini's life and times. The book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of classical music, as well as for fans of Puccini's operas.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.