Edward Macdowell

By Elizabeth Fry Page

A doorway into a vanished world of melody. Discover the life behind the music. Edward Macdowell, presented here by Elizabeth Fry Page, is more than a composer biography; it is a vivid, humanising music biography that invites readers into the human drama of the nineteenth century art music scene. This biographical sketch maps American cultural life through the lens of a pivotal New England figure, weaving together personal ambition, artistic dialogue, and the wider currents of late nineteenth century america. The book offers a lucid, engaging portrait that sits comfortably on shelves of casual readers and classic-literature collectors alike. Its careful historical perspective sheds light on the romantic era's composers and their resonances within a broader spectrum of adjac ent music biographies, making it a valuable touchstone for music history students and librarians seeking a well-contextualised reference resource. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, the work has been Restored for today's and future generations, inviting renewed attention to a composer who helped shape American musical life. More than a reprint, this edition stands as a collector's item and a cultural treasure, preserving a window into late nineteenth century america and the new england music scene. Read with reverence, curiosity, and delight as you explore Macdowell's world through a wellspring of context, literary nuance, and enduring artistic value.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354590780
• ISBN13: 9789354590788
• Release Date: May 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 30 Pages
• Weight: 0.13 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"