La Boheme

(Hardback)

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Initially based on Scnes de la vie de bohme (1851), La bohme follows the trials and tribulations of young artists struggling to make ends meet. Despite their circumstance, they celebrate small wins, while seeking love and opportunity.

La bohme is an Italian opera that centers a group of up-and-coming artists. This includes Rodolfo, a poet, Mim, a seamstress, Marcello, a painter and Musetta, a singer. Together, they attempt to earn a living from their respective crafts. Rodolfo and Marcello struggle to maintain their relationships with Mim and Musetta, who are likely to attract wealthier suitors. In the midst of romance troubles and a professional drought, Mims health becomes a cause for concern.

La bohme is a captivating story about friendship, love and survival. Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi Illicas opera offers a compelling narrative with memorable moments. Its a romantic tale that highlights hope in the face of tragedy.

With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of La bohme is both modern and readable.

Author Bio

Giuseppe Giacosa (1847-1906) and Luigi Illica (1857 - 16 December 1919) were Italian librettists best known for collaborating on several operas. Giacosa was born near Turin and attended the local university where he studied law. Meanwhile, Illica grew up near Piacenza but eventually moved to Milan and became a journalist. Both men began their theatrical careers in the 1870s, which led to an imminent meeting. Together, they worked alongside Italian composer Giacomo Puccini to create some of his most notable operas including La bohme, Tosca and Madama Butterfly. All three are considered major figures in the world of performing arts.