Smith, Howard Jay
Viva Violetta & Verdi
- ISBN 13:
- 9781962465878
- author:
- Smith, Howard Jay
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Historium Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Entertainment & Performing Arts, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Viva Violetta & Verdi is a sweeping novel that explores the intense and lifelong love affair between Giuseppe Verdi and his muse, lover, and wife, Giuseppina Strepponi. Set against the backdrop of Italy's Risorgimento, this book intertwines their turbulent relationship with the nation's fierce struggle for independence.
The novel delves into themes of love, power, food, wine, and unrelenting passion, mirroring the era's fiery spirit. Through the heartbreak of three brutal wars, Verdi and Strepponi's passion, betrayal, and artistic ambition come alive, shedding light on the enduring bond that transformed both an artist and a nation.
Rich with historical detail and lush language, Viva Violetta & Verdi is a well-researched exploration of art, resilience, and the transformative power of love. This book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the life and works of Giuseppe Verdi, or those drawn to stories of passion, creativity, and the human experience.
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