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"The Primadonna" from Francis Marion Crawford. American writer noted for his many novels (1854-1909).

Cordova's face was nothing but a mask of powder in which her handsome brown eyes would have looked like two holes if she had not kept them half shut under the heavily whitened lids; her hands were chalked too and they were like plaster casts of hands cleverly jointed at the wrists... Read Full Overview

The Primadonna is a novel written by F. Marion Crawford. The story is set in the late 19th century in Italy and revolves around the life of a famous opera singer, Bianca Corleone, who is known as the ""Primadonna."" Bianca is a beautiful and talented woman who has captivated... Read Full Overview

Reproduction of the original: The Primadonna by F. Marion Crawford

Reproduction of the original: The Primadonna by F. Marion Crawford

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview

Francis Marion Crawford was born on August 2nd, 1854 at Bagni di Lucca, Italy. An only son and a nephew to Julia Ward Howe, the American poet and writer of 'The Battle Hymn of the Republic'.

His education began at St Paul's School, Concord, New Hampshire, then to Cambridge... Read Full Overview

The Primadonna

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A captivating novel that follows the story of a talented young singer, Paula, as she navigates the complex and competitive world of opera. Through Crawford's vivid storytelling, readers are transported to the grand stages of Europe and get a behind-the-scenes look at the drama,... Read Full Overview