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Compares Puccini's libretto for the opera Tosca with Sardou's play, and analyzes its musical structure. Describes the genesis of the work, initial production and early reception. Also considers the range of criticism, positive and negative, generated by the opera since its initial production in 1900.Carner, Mosco is the author of 'Giacomo Puccini Tosca' with ISBN 9780521296618 and ISBN 0521296617.
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