The Life And Works Of Robert Schumann

By August Reissmann

Book Overview

The Life and Works of Robert Schumann is a comprehensive biography of the German composer Robert Schumann, written by August Reissmann. The book provides a detailed account of Schumann's life, from his childhood and early musical education to his rise to fame as a composer and his struggles with mental illness. Reissmann explores Schumann's musical output in depth, discussing his piano works, songs, chamber music, and orchestral compositions. He also delves into Schumann's artistic and literary interests, including his collaborations with writers such as E.T.A. Hoffmann and his role in the development of the Romantic movement in music. Throughout the book, Reissmann provides insights into Schumann's personal life, including his marriage to Clara Wieck, a renowned pianist and composer in her own right. He also examines the impact of Schumann's mental illness on his life and work, shedding light on the challenges he faced as a composer and as a person. Overall, The Life and Works of Robert Schumann is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and music of this important figure 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: 1162945044
• ISBN13: 9781162945040
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"