London, United Kingdom: Allen & Unwin, 1976. "(1923-1977) was an American-born Greek soprano and perhaps the best-known opera singer of the post-World War II period. She combined an impeccable bel canto technique with great dramatic gifts, making her the most famous singing actress of the era. An extremely versatile singer, her repertoire ranged from classical opera seria, such as Spontini's La Vestale to late Verdi and the verismo operas of Puccini." CONDITION Burgundy bds with crisp Gilt title (fresh and unworn) pp xvii 253 with 103 b/w photo illus. Tight and clean, small name stamp to ffep. Original DJ fresh with faintest edge wear. Overweight.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Near Fine. Large 8vo.

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Bookseller: Ariel Books (NZ)
Bookseller's Inventory #: 11551
Title: Callas: Prima Donna Assoluta
Author: Galatopoulos, Stelios
Format/Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Used - Fine
Jacket Condition: Near Fine
Edition: First Edition
ISBN 10: 0491015186
ISBN 13: 9780491015189
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Place of Publication: London, United Kingdom
Date Published: 1976
Size: Large 8vo
Keywords: Soprano opera Singer classical opera Seria verismo Operas Voice
Bookseller catalogs: Music;

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