Vittoria Book 4

"Vittoria BOOK 4" by George Meredith is a late 19th-century novel set against a backdrop of political unrest and personal turmoil. The story centers on Vittoria, a gifted opera singer who captivates her Italian audience with her performance. As a talented prima donna, she struggles to balance her artistic ambitions with the turbulent socio-political climate around her.
The novel begins with Vittoria performing the role of Camilla in an opera, where her initial performance is met with doubt, but she eventually wins over the audience with her powerful voice and skill. Beneath the applause, however, she faces emotional and personal conflicts. Her relationship with her lover, Carlo Ammiani, is fraught with tension, and she is also confronted with the political dangers of the time. As the political situation intensifies, Vittoria must navigate the dangers of her career and the emerging threats to her safety. This narrative delves into themes of love, national identity, and the internal struggles that come with living under political and personal pressure, all while portraying Vittoria’s emotional journey as an artist and a woman.