Richard Wagner His Life and His Dramas by W. J. Henderson
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| Author | Henderson, W. J. (William James), 1855-1937 |
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| Title |
Richard Wagner His Life and His Dramas
A Biographical Study of the Man and an Explanation of His Work |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Richard Wagner: His Life and His Dramas" by W. J. Henderson is a biographical study written in the early 20th century. This work aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the life of Richard Wagner, detailing both his personal history and the artistic aspirations that drove his compositions. By examining his life and the intricacies of his major works, the book likely caters to both music enthusiasts and those interested in Wagner's complex character. The opening of the book introduces the ancestry and early life of Richard Wagner, setting the stage for his prolific career. It details the challenges faced by Wagner's family after the early death of his father and how these circumstances influenced his upbringing. The passage highlights young Wagner's burgeoning talent, his influences, and the beginning of his journey toward becoming a celebrated composer. Notably, it discusses the pivotal moments in Wagner’s childhood, including his encounters with notable figures like Weber, which instigated his aspiration to create innovative musical dramas. Thus, the introduction establishes Wagner’s early promises and foreshadows his tumultuous but groundbreaking journey in music. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883 |
| Subject | Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883. Operas |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 44767 |
| Release Date | Jan 26, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 157 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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