David Rizio: Dramma Lirico in 3 Atti (Classic Reprint)
Language: Italian
Published by Forgotten Books, 2024
- Softcover
- New
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Print on Demand. This book is a captivating historical fiction that narrates the life and tragic death of David Rizzio, an Italian court musician who became the trusted secretary of Mary, Queen of Scots. It is set against the backdrop of the tumultuous political and religious landscape of 16th-century Scotland. This book tells the tale of Rizzio's rise from obscurity to a position of power and influence, and the subsequent jealousy and resentment this aroused among the Scottish nobles. The author delves into the complex relationship between Mary and Rizzio, exploring the nature of their bond and the political implications of their association. The story unfolds through the eyes of various characters, each with their own motivations and agendas, providing a nuanced and multifaceted perspective on the events that transpired. It explores themes of love, betrayal, ambition, and the often-fatal consequences of power struggles. Ultimately, this book offers a tragic yet illuminating portrait of a man who found himself at the center of a dangerous political game. Its insights into the treacherous nature of court life and the personal cost of ambition resonate deeply, making it a powerful and thought-provoking read. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…
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- Title
- David Rizio: Dramma Lirico in 3 Atti (Classic Reprint)
- Author
- Luigi Canepa, Enrico Costa
- Publisher
- Forgotten Books
- Publication year
- 2024
- Condition
- New
- Book Type
- print-on-demand item
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- Italian
- ISBN 10
- 1390336182
- ISBN 13
- 9781390336184
- Seller catalogs
- Books in Italian
Una tragedia lirica ambientata nel 1500s Scozzi, dove amore, tradimento e potere si fronteggiano sul filo della musica.
Questo dramma in tre atti racconta la vita della regina Maria Stuarda e i cuori che la circondano, tra amori segreti, inganni di corte e tensioni politiche. Le scene scorrono tra saloni di palazzo, balli sontuosi e incontri tesi che imprimono atmosfera e pathos alla musica italiana dell’epoca. La storia intreccia sentimento romantico e conflitti di potere, offrendo un ritratto vivace di una corte in ebollizione.
Il testo presenta scene drammatiche, dialoghi intensi e momenti cantati che guidano lo svolgimento scenico. Le costumi e l’ambientazione riflettono la grandezza della corte di Maria Stuarda, con un focus sull’effetto musicale e sull’espressione poetica della voce.
- Affronterai temi di amore impossibile, gelosia e fedeltà tra personaggi principali e comparse di rango.
- Ti immergerai in una struttura in tre atti che alterna momenti di tensione teatrale e lirica bellezza.
- Scoprirai un nuovo repertorio di numeri vocali e scene corali che drammatizzano la trama.
- Osserverai l’evoluzione delle dinamiche di potere tra la regina, i favoriti e gli ambasciatori.
Ideal per chi ama le storie storiche raccontate con intensità musicale, in un contesto di gala e intrigo di corte.
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