description: A vivid new exploration of the operas of Puccini and sixteen of his Italian contemporaries, many never before published in English. Discusses the popularity of verismo,art nouveau and late Italian romanticism, and "the last acts" of opera composition before Fascism and World War II. A survey of sixty operas, production notes, map, and period illustrations. Whether one is new to opera or a seasoned listener, this book will be of value in increasing understanding of one of the most exciting and least acknowledged periods in the lyric theatre.
language: English
title: Last Acts : The Operas of Puccini and his Italian Contemporaries by Keolker, James (2000) Paperback
titlecomplete: Last Acts : The Operas of Puccini and his Italian Contemporaries by Keolker, James (2000) Paperback
publisher: Opera Companion Publications