Cavalleria Rusticana: Melodrama In One Act (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781272962937)

Cavalleria Rusticana, a melodrama in one act, is a classic of Italian opera. This edition presents the libretto in English. Set in a Sicilian village on Easter morning, the opera unfolds a tragic tale of love, betrayal, and revenge. The story centers around Turiddu, who, upon returning from military service, finds his former lover Lola married to Alfio. In retaliation, Turiddu seduces Santuzza, Alfio's wife, leading to a series of dramatic confrontations and ultimately, a fatal duel.

Composed by Pietro Mascagni with a libretto by Giovanni Targioni-Tozzetti and Guido Menasci, Cavalleria Rusticana premiered in 1890 and quickly gained international acclaim for its passionate music and compelling drama. This edition, featuring the English translation by Ambrose Davenport, allows English-speaking audiences to fully appreciate the emotional depth and lyrical beauty of Mascagni's masterpiece.

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