Book summaryThis life of Callas emphasizes her early talent, her rise to fame, the loss of her voice in her early 40s, and her long liaison with Aristotle Onassis. Generously illustrated. Media reviews"Good fun for nonspecialists, but aficionados will want more substance." |
Maria Callas: An Intimate Biographyby Edwards, AnneFirst American Edition
Book desription: New York: St Martins Press, 2001. First American Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/No Jacket. Photographs. Maria Callas, born in America to Greek parents who had been in the U.S. a scant four months, was expected to be a boy. When born, her mother insisted she be "taken away" and wanted nothing to do with her ten pound baby girl. Despite these initial trials, Callas grew up into a beautiful young lady with a beautiful voice to match. This is her biography, from birth to death, and includes the many twists and turn her volatile life took. Included is her marriage to Aristotle Onassis, among others. 342 pages, including 16 pages of photographs. The last page has a 1/4" tear at the top near the spine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
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