Frederick Chopin, as a Man and Musician — Volume 2 by Frederick Niecks
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| Author | Niecks, Frederick, 1845-1924 |
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| Title | Frederick Chopin, as a Man and Musician — Volume 2 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Franks, John Mamoun and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Frederick Chopin as a Man and Musician, Volume 2" by Frederick Niecks is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book examines the life and influences of the renowned composer Frederic Chopin, particularly his relationship with prominent literary figure George Sand, set against the backdrop of their time in Paris and Majorca during the late 1830s. The text delves into Chopin's character, his artistry, and the complexities of his romantic connections within the artistic circles of that era. The opening of the work introduces readers to the curious and often tumultuous relationship between Chopin and George Sand, highlighting their first encounters and contrasts in personalities. Through various accounts, some more credible than others, it recounts how Chopin was initially ambivalent towards Sand, who was drawn to his musical genius. As the narrative unfolds, it emphasizes the artistic and emotional backdrop of their time together, incorporating insights into Chopin's evolving health and his eventual journey to Majorca with Sand, where their romance deepened amid the challenges of isolation and discomfort in a new environment. The beginning sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the intertwining lives of these two creative figures. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Chopin, Frédéric, 1810-1849 |
| Subject | Composers -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 4972 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 28, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 104 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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