Giuseppina Strepponi was the most famous singer of her day when Giuseppe Verdi, then an unknown composer, wanted her to perform his work. They became lovers and eventually married, although she already had three illegitimate children. Their story, told here, is the stuff of grand opera.
Language
English
Format
Paperback
Release
October 20, 1994
ISBN 13
9780340617182
The Real Traviata: Biography of Giuseppina Strepponi, Wife of Giuseppe Verdi
Giuseppina Strepponi was the most famous singer of her day when Giuseppe Verdi, then an unknown composer, wanted her to perform his work. They became lovers and eventually married, although she already had three illegitimate children. Their story, told here, is the stuff of grand opera.