La Semiramide is a dramatic work by Pietro Metastasio, presented here in its original Italian. This edition offers readers a glimpse into the rich literary landscape of 19th-century Italian drama. Metastasio's work, known for its elegant verse and compelling narrative, makes this play a significant piece for scholars and enthusiasts of Italian literature and opera. It showcases the author's mastery of dramatic form and poetic expression. A classic work for those interested in the historical context of operatic libretti.

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