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LoC No.: 59058410
Uniform Title: Richard Wagner et son oeuvre poétique depuis Rienzi jusqu'à Parsifal. English
Title: Richard Wagner and His Poetical Work, from "Rienzi" to "Parsifal"
Note: Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note: Translator is identified in contemporary notices as Louise T. Jackson.
Credits: Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
Summary: "Richard Wagner and His Poetical Work, from 'Rienzi' to 'Parsifal'" by Judith Gautier is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the life and poetic contributions of the renowned composer Richard Wagner, tracing the evolution of his operatic texts from his early work "Rienzi" to his final masterpiece "Parsifal." Gautier offers both biographical insights and analyses of Wagner's operas, presenting a comprehensive tribute to his artistry. The opening of the book introduces readers to Richard Wagner, detailing his life from birth to his rise as a composer. It describes his early musical studies, significant works, and the societal challenges he faced, such as political exile. Gautier reflects on her personal encounters with Wagner, marking her evolution from a student to a devoted admirer. This initial segment sets the tone for a profound exploration of Wagner's impact on music and the arts, while also hinting at the complexities of his character and career, as well as his relationships with influential figures of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gautier, Judith, 1845-1917
Translator: L. S. J.
EBook No.: 46982
Published: Sep 27, 2014
Downloads: 91
Language: English
Subject: Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883
Subject: Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883. Operas
LoCC: Music: Literature of music
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 59058410
Uniform Title: Richard Wagner et son oeuvre poétique depuis Rienzi jusqu'à Parsifal. English
Title: Richard Wagner and His Poetical Work, from "Rienzi" to "Parsifal"
Note: Reading ease score: 68.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note: Translator is identified in contemporary notices as Louise T. Jackson.
Credits: Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
Summary: "Richard Wagner and His Poetical Work, from 'Rienzi' to 'Parsifal'" by Judith Gautier is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the life and poetic contributions of the renowned composer Richard Wagner, tracing the evolution of his operatic texts from his early work "Rienzi" to his final masterpiece "Parsifal." Gautier offers both biographical insights and analyses of Wagner's operas, presenting a comprehensive tribute to his artistry. The opening of the book introduces readers to Richard Wagner, detailing his life from birth to his rise as a composer. It describes his early musical studies, significant works, and the societal challenges he faced, such as political exile. Gautier reflects on her personal encounters with Wagner, marking her evolution from a student to a devoted admirer. This initial segment sets the tone for a profound exploration of Wagner's impact on music and the arts, while also hinting at the complexities of his character and career, as well as his relationships with influential figures of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gautier, Judith, 1845-1917
Translator: L. S. J.
EBook No.: 46982
Published: Sep 27, 2014
Downloads: 91
Language: English
Subject: Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883
Subject: Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883. Operas
LoCC: Music: Literature of music
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.