| Synopsis: |
Taking place in 18th century Bologna, Paolino has secretly married Geronimo's daughter Carolina. Meanwhile, the situation is complicated by Carolina's aunt Fidalma, who loves Paolino, and by the arrival of the Englishman Count Robinson who, although betrothed to Geronimo's other daughter Elisetta, falls in love with Carolina. She and Paolino plan to elope together, but are caught by the others and are forced to reveal their secret marriage. In the end, Count Robinson is willing to content himself with Elisetta, and Geronimo forgives Carolina and Paolino. |