The Star Of La Scala: Or, Recollections Of Madame Malibran, In The Autumn Of 1835

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This book provides a vivid account of the Italian opera singer Maria Malibran's performances at La Scala in Milan in the autumn of 1835. The anonymous author, who is presumed to be a member of the audience, describes Malibran's artistry in detail and provides insights into her personality and private life. The book also includes a fictionalized account of Malibran's final hours, culminating in her death from cholera.