Chopin: His Life Told In Anecdotal Form

By George Ruttkay

Book Overview

Chopin: His Life Told In Anecdotal Form is a book written by George Ruttkay that provides readers with an intimate and engaging look into the life of the famous Polish composer, Frederic Chopin. The book is written in an anecdotal form, which means that it is structured around a series of short, entertaining stories or anecdotes about Chopin's life. The book covers Chopin's life from his childhood in Poland to his eventual move to Paris, where he became a celebrated composer and pianist. Along the way, readers will learn about Chopin's family, his relationships with other musicians and artists, and his struggles with illness and personal demons. Ruttkay's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book a great read for both music enthusiasts and casual readers. The anecdotes are often humorous and provide a unique perspective on Chopin's life that is not often found in more traditional biographies. Overall, Chopin: His Life Told In Anecdotal Form is an entertaining and informative book that offers readers a fresh look at one of the most iconic figures in classical music history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432581244
• ISBN13: 9781432581244
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"