Wagner (1899)

By Charles Albert Lidgey

Book Overview

Wagner (1899) is a book written by Charles Albert Lidgey that provides a comprehensive introduction to the life and works of the famous German composer, Richard Wagner. The book covers Wagner's early life, his musical education, his early compositions, and his rise to fame as one of the most influential composers of the 19th century. It also delves into Wagner's personal life, including his relationships with women and his political views, as well as his musical innovations, such as his use of leitmotifs and his development of the Gesamtkunstwerk. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both casual readers and serious scholars of music history. Overall, Wagner (1899) is an informative and engaging portrait of one of the most important figures in the history of classical music.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: 1437362184
• ISBN13: 9781437362183
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"