I Puritani, Or The Roundheads And The Chevaliers: A Grand Opera In Three Acts (1843)

By Vincenzo Bellini

Book Overview

I Puritani, Or The Roundheads And The Chevaliers: A Grand Opera In Three Acts (1843) is a classic Italian opera written by Carlo Pepoli. The story is set in England during the 17th century, at the time of the English Civil War. The main characters are the Puritans, who support the Parliament, and the Royalists, who support the King. The opera tells the story of a love triangle between the Puritan Elvira, who is in love with the Royalist Arturo, but is promised to the Puritan Riccardo. The story unfolds with themes of love, betrayal, loyalty, and sacrifice. The music is composed by Vincenzo Bellini and is known for its beautiful melodies and intricate vocal writing. The opera has been performed worldwide and is considered one of the greatest works of Italian opera.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166564479
• ISBN13: 9781166564476
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 66 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"