The Cambridge Companion to Verdi (Online) by Scott L. Balthazar (editor)Call Number: Reference (SV) ML410.V4 C256 2004
Aspects of Verdi's milieu, style, creative process and critical reception are explored in essays by highly reputed specialists. Individual chapters address themes in Verdi's life, his role in transforming the theater business, four of his operas, and non-operatic songs.