Giovanni Ruffini
Giovanni Ruffini (1807 in Genoa – 1881) was an Italian writer and patriot of the early 19th century. He is chiefly known for having written the draft of the libretto of the opera Don Pasquale for its composer Gaetano Donizetti.
Giovanni Ruffini | |
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Giovanni Ruffini | |
| Born | 20 September 1807 Genoa, First French Empire, now Italy |
| Died | 3 November 1881 (aged 74) Taggia, Italy |
| Occupation | Writer, patriot |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Period | 19th century |
| Genre | Romance novel |
| Notable works | Doctor Antonio |
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