Madama Butterfly is one of the most popular operas of all time,
despite its disastrous premiere, after which it was immediately
withdrawn and revised. This guide explores how and why the libretto
was softened to suit the tastes of European opera-goers, and the
different variants are set out, side by side. Professor Jean-Pierre
Lehmann introduces the story and shows how the theme of a Japanese
girl deserted by a heartless foreigner became a classic. Since John
Luther Long's novella - on which the opera was based - is included
as well, it is possible to judge how successful Puccini was in
catching its essence in his hauntingly beautiful score. Contents:
Images of the Orient, John-Pierre Lehmann; Tribulations of a Score,
Julian Smith; Madame Butterfly, John Luther Long; Madama Butterfly:
Libretto by Giuseppe Giacosa and Luigi lllica after the book by
John Luther Long and the play by David Belasco; Madam Butterfly:
English version based on that of R.H. Elkin
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