Verdi, Man And Musician

Verdi, Man and Musician: His Biography, with Especial Reference to His English Experiences is a book written by Frederick James Crowest in 1897. The book is a comprehensive biography of the famous Italian composer, Giuseppe Verdi, and focuses on his life and musical career, with a particular emphasis on his experiences in England.The book covers Verdi's early life, his musical education, and his rise to fame as a composer of operas. It also explores his personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues, as well as his political beliefs and social views.The author provides detailed information on Verdi's works, including his most famous operas such as Rigoletto, Il Trovatore, La Traviata, and Aida. He also discusses Verdi's musical style, his use of melody and harmony, and his contributions to the development of Italian opera.One of the unique features of this book is its focus on Verdi's experiences in England. The author provides a detailed account of Verdi's visits to England, his performances at the Royal Opera House in London, and his interactions with English musicians and composers.Overall, Verdi, Man and Musician: His Biography, with Especial Reference to His English Experiences is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and works of Giuseppe Verdi, as well as the history of Italian opera and its influence on the world of music.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.