Caterina Napoleone 

Hardcover | 37.5 x 5 x 28 cm | 512 pp

Thames & Hudson | 2010 | 9780500515280

Includes DVD

This is the ultimate book on the extraordinary life and work of Franco Zeffirelli (1923-2019). In an unparalleled career spanning more than sixty years, Franco Zeffirelli has carved his name in history as one of the world's most gifted, original and flamboyant directors. This book, produced with the full co-operation of the director and his family, is the definitive volume on the life and work of this great master of spectacle.

The photographs trace the arc of Zeffirelli’s career in abundant detail, from the spectacular opera productions of Don Giovanni and La Bohème, to such award-winning films as Jesus of Nazareth and Tea with Mussolini.The performance shots are particularly revealing and are a lasting testament to Zeffirelli's visual expertise. Even more suggestive, perhaps, are the costume sketches, set designs and technical drawings, which reveal the artist's mind through the artist's hand.

DVD includes:

• Franco Zeffirelli: The Art of Entertainment - a specially produced compilation of highlights from the director's career.
• Firenze - a short film to mark the 1990 World Cup in Italy.
• Rome (Omaggio a Roma), a homage to the Eternal City
• PDF files of comprehensive cast lists and revievws of Zeffirel's work (viewable on a computer DVD player).