Memoirs of the Life and Writings of the Abate Metastasio: Volume 2 Vol. 2In Which Are Incorporated, Translations of His Principal Letters |
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Author:
| Burney, Charles Metastasio, Pietro |
Series title: | Cambridge Library Collection - Music Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-511-70985-2 |
Publication Date: | Aug 2011 |
Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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Book Format: | Digital (delivered electronically) |
List Price: | USD $85.00 |
Book Description:
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This biography, first published in 1796, recounts the life of Italian poet and librettist Pietro Trapassi (1698-1782). Alternating biographical narrative with translations of the poet's correspondence, it provides a faithful account of Metastasio's complex life and affairs. Volume 2 covers Metastasio's successful career in Vienna from 1751 to 1770.
This biography, first published in 1796, recounts the life of Italian poet and librettist Pietro Trapassi (1698-1782). Alternating biographical narrative with translations of the poet's correspondence, it provides a faithful account of Metastasio's complex life and affairs. Volume 2 covers Metastasio's successful career in Vienna from 1751 to 1770.