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Zerlina

Zerlina is an opera character from Mozart’s "Don Giovanni." She is a young, lively peasant girl who is hopeful and spirited. Despite her modest background, she is charming and values love and sincerity. Throughout the story, she navigates the challenges posed by Don Giovanni, a charming but dishonest nobleman. Zerlina represents innocence and genuine affection, often striving for honest connection amid complex social and moral dilemmas. Her role highlights themes of love, temptation, and virtue within the operatic narrative.