<p>In 'Physiology of the Opera,' Scrici delineates the captivating world of opera through an exploration both witty and analytical, melding humor with insightful commentary on operatic life. Authored in 1852, the book intricately dissects the anatomy of opera from abstract theory to concrete execution, offering a scholarly examination of each integral component?the Tenore, Primo Basso, Prima Donna, Barytone, and the often-overlooked Suggeritore o...