My Life — Volume 1 by Richard Wagner

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Author Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883
Title My Life — Volume 1
Note Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mein_Leben_(Wagner)
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Summary "My Life — Volume 1" by Richard Wagner is an autobiographical work written in the mid-19th century. This volume details the early years and formative experiences of the famed composer, from his childhood in Leipzig to his early professional endeavors around 1842. The book reflects on Wagner's family background, his introduction to music, and the influences that shaped his artistic journey. The opening of this autobiographical account begins with Wagner’s birth and the immediate aftermath of his father's death, which left his family in difficult circumstances. He describes his stepfather's pivotal role in his upbringing and education, as well as the vibrant cultural environment he was immersed in, including his early encounters with the theatre and music. Throughout the narrative, Wagner recounts his childhood memories, the struggles with education, and the blossoming of his musical talent, which ultimately sets the stage for his future career as a composer. The reader is drawn into the emotions and aspirations of a young artist at the brink of discovering his calling, with significant events, relationships, and sentiments foreshadowing the remarkable life he would lead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883
Subject Composers -- Germany -- Biography
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EBook-No. 5197
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 21, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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