Luigi Illica published 2 books, beginning with Iris (1898).
Updated September 2026
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Iris
Luigi Illica's most-read book.
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Iris (1898)
Madama Butterfly (1965)
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About Luigi Illica
Luigi Illica was an Italian librettist who wrote for Giacomo Puccini, Pietro Mascagni, Alfredo Catalani, Umberto Giordano, Baron Alberto Franchetti and other important Italian composers. His most famous opera libretti are those for La bohème, Tosca, Madama Butterfly and Andrea Chénier.
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Luigi Illica FAQ
- How many books has Luigi Illica written?
- Luigi Illica published 2 books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Luigi Illica's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Iris.
- What is Luigi Illica's last book?
- Iris (1898).
- What is Luigi Illica's most famous book?
- Iris (1898) is Luigi Illica's most widely read book.
- Can I read Luigi Illica's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Luigi Illica is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.