Vittoria — Volume 4

Name: Vittoria — Volume 4
Author: George Meredith

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A celebrated operatic singer provokes both rapture and political alarm with a daring performance, setting off jealousies, patriotic fervour, and an order for her arrest. The public spectacle exposes rivalries among patrons and officers and forces the singer to rely on devoted companions to escape. Their subsequent flight and mountain crossings involve perilous adventures, moral testing, and shifting loyalties. The narrative blends musical drama with social conflict, examining how fame, passion, and political tension reshape private lives and public consequences.

About the Author

George Meredith

George Meredith was an English novelist and poet, known for his innovative narrative techniques and exploration of complex themes such as love, society, and morality. His works often reflect the tensions of Victorian society, blending realism with elements of romance and comedy. Among his notable contributions to literature is "Beauchamp's Career," a multi-volume novel that delves into the life of a young man navigating the challenges of ambition and personal relationships. Meredith also wrote extensively in poetry, with collections like "A Reading of Life, with Other Poems" and "Ballads and Poems of Tragic Life," showcasing his lyrical prowess and philosophical insights.

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