Alcibiade
By Anonymous
Hardcover
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By Anonymous
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Alcibiade is a drama per musica intended for performance during the Carnival of 1746. This libretto presents a classic story from antiquity, focusing on the life and times of Alcibiades, a prominent Athenian statesman and general. The text provides insight into the operatic conventions and theatrical tastes of the 18th century, offering a glimpse into the world of Baroque opera and its engagement with historical and mythological subjects.
Though anonymous, the work demonstrates the enduring ...






















