This novel is a retelling of the classic story of Carmen, based on the original work by Prosper Mérimée. Set in Spain, the novel follows the passionate love affair between Carmen and the soldier Don José, and the tragic consequences that unfold as a result. Featuring an original score by composer Georges Bizet, this work is a classic of the operatic repertoire. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.