Gillette: Opera Comique (1883)

Gillette: Opera Comique (1883) is a book written by Henri Chivot, a French author and playwright. The book is a work of fiction that revolves around the life of a young woman named Gillette, who dreams of becoming an opera singer. The story is set in Paris during the 19th century and follows Gillette's journey as she navigates through the challenges and obstacles of the opera world.The book is divided into three acts, each depicting a different stage of Gillette's life. In the first act, Gillette is a young girl who is passionate about singing and dreams of performing on stage. She is discovered by a famous opera singer who takes her under her wing and helps her hone her skills. However, Gillette's journey is not without its challenges, and she faces many obstacles along the way.In the second act, Gillette has become a successful opera singer, but she is still struggling to find true happiness. She falls in love with a wealthy man, but their relationship is complicated by societal expectations and class differences. Gillette must navigate through these challenges while also trying to maintain her career as an opera singer.In the final act, Gillette's life takes a dramatic turn, and she is faced with a difficult decision that will change her life forever. The book concludes with a powerful message about the importance of following one's dreams and never giving up.Overall, Gillette: Opera Comique (1883) is a captivating story that explores themes of love, ambition, and perseverance. It is a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction and opera.Music By Audran.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.