by Francis Burgess (Author)
Verdi's Rigoletto is a book written by Francis Burgess in 1906. It is a comprehensive guide to the opera Rigoletto composed by Giuseppe Verdi. The book provides a detailed analysis of the plot, characters, and music of the opera. It also explores the historical and cultural context in which the opera was written and performed. The author delves into the themes and motifs of the opera and examines how they are expressed through the music and lyrics. The book includes a synopsis of each act, a list of the main characters, and a glossary of musical terms. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in opera, music, or Italian culture. The book is written in English and is accessible to both scholars and general readers.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.