Table of Contents

List of Illustrations Verdi's 'Egyptian business' by Michael Rose 'Aida' Text and Music by William Mann The Genesis of 'Aida' by Roger Parker Thematic Guide 'Aida' Libretto by Antonia Ghislanzoni English version by Edmund Tracey Act One Act Two Act Three Act Four Bibliography Discography

About the Author

Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901) is one of Italy's most celebrated opera composers. His best-known operas include Rigoletto, Il trovatore, La traviata and Aida.

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