Catherine M. Pratt

Rodolfo, a struggling poet, crosses paths with Mimì, a seamstress, and the two quickly fall head over heels in love. Their bliss is overshadowed when Rodolfo discovers that Mimì is seriously ill.

Faced with the realization that he cannot afford the necessary medical treatment for her, Rodolfo agonizingly decides to separate from Mimì. However, as her condition deteriorates, she finds her way back to Rodolfo's humble abode. They are happily reunited, but their future together is uncertain as the illness takes hold.