Verdi's opera about a gypsy curse on a noble family stars Leontyne Price as Leonora, lady-in-waiting to a Princess, and Franco Bonisolli as Manrico the troubadour. This book is part of a series that includes the history of the opera, a plot synopsis, the complete libretto in its original language as well as in English, and dozens of photographs and drawings depicting great scenes, singers, and performances. An Angel/EMI recording of the entire opera on two CDs is also included, as well as written commentary from experts in the field, who guide you through the music as you listen.