This illustrated biography of the brilliant and controversial opera singer, Maria Callas, includes two CDs featuring nearly three hours of her music, accompanied by the libretti and key to an enlightening commentary. The focus of the book is on her musical development, her influence, her critical reception and the specific qualities that have made her a legend. The CDs feature 30 different arias and performances from works by Puccini, Verdi, Donizetti, Bizet, Saint-Saens, Gounod and many more.