Publisher's Synopsis
Lakme: Opera In Three Acts is a classic French opera composed by Leo Delibes and first performed in 1883. The opera tells the story of a love affair between a British officer named Gerald and a Hindu priestess named Lakme, set against the backdrop of British colonial India. The first act introduces the two main characters and their forbidden love, while the second act explores the consequences of their relationship and the tensions between the British and Indian cultures. The third act features a dramatic climax as Lakme sacrifices herself to save Gerald from the wrath of her people. The opera is known for its lush, exotic score, which features a mix of Western and Indian musical elements, as well as its themes of love, sacrifice, and cultural clash. Lakme remains a popular and frequently performed opera to this day, and its famous aria ""The Flower Duet"" has been featured in numerous films and advertisements.Translated And Adapted By Theodore T. Barker.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.
