The Primadonna by F. Marion Crawford

Name: The Primadonna
Author: F. Marion Crawford

The story revolves around a young and beautiful opera singer who rises to fame in Italy. She becomes involved with three men: her wealthy patron, a musician, and a nobleman. The novel explores themes of love, ambition, and the corrupting influence of wealth and power.

By F. Marion Crawford · First published 1908 · Genre: Drama, Literary Fiction, Romance · 19 chapters · 120,906 words

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When the accident happened, Cordova was singing the mad scene in _Lucia_ for the last time in that season, and she had never sung it better. _The Bride of Lammermoor_ is the greatest love-story ever written, and it was nothing short of desecration to make a libretto of it; but so far as the last act is concerned the opera certainly conveys the impression that the heroine is a raving lunatic. Only a crazy woman could express feeling in such an unusual way.

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Work type: Novel
Author: F. Marion Crawford
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Drama, Literary Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction, Thriller
Length: 120,906 words
Structure: 19 chapters, 2,368 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Drama — The narrative centers around a dramatic incident during a performance, exploring themes of fear, heroism, and the complexities of the theatrical world.
Literary Fiction — The book delves into character development and psychological depth, particularly focusing on the protagonist's internal struggles and societal perceptions.
Romance — Elements of romantic tension are present, particularly in the relationships surrounding the Primadonna, though it is not the primary focus.
Historical Fiction — Set in a specific historical context of the opera scene, reflecting the cultural and social dynamics of the time.