Life of Wagner
Revolutionizing Classical Music: Wagner's Life and LegacyBy Ludwig Nohl
Length2h 38m
About this audiobook
In "Life of Wagner," Ludwig Nohl presents a nuanced and engaging biographical account of the famed composer Richard Wagner, capturing both the complexities of his artistic vision and the contentious aspects of his personal life. Nohl employs a rich narrative style that combines meticulous research with literary flair, offering insights into Wagner'Äôs revolutionary contributions to music and opera. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Europe, the book contextualizes Wagner'Äôs work within the broader developments of Romanticism, revealing the interplay between his personal philosophies and his artistic endeavors. Ludwig Nohl, a prominent musicologist and Wagner enthusiast, was uniquely positioned to write this biography, having closely studied the composer'Äôs works and philosophies. His firsthand experiences at Wagner's performances and his extensive correspondence with contemporaries allow Nohl to weave a deeply informed narrative that underscores the significance of Wagner's legacy. Moreover, Nohl's admiration for Wagner's daring innovations reflects his own quest to understand the profound impact of music on culture and society. "Life of Wagner" is recommended for anyone interested in music history, biography, and the intricate relationship between art and the artist. Nohl'Äôs work serves not only as a compelling portrait of Wagner but also as an exploration of the transformative power of artistic genius, making it an essential read for scholars and music lovers alike.
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length2 hrs 38 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 20, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHICAGO: JANSEN, MCCLURG & COMPANY. 1884.
201869-1876.
2PREFACE.
21BAIREUTH.
3PUBLISHER’S NOTE.
22CHAPTER VII.
4CHAPTER I.
231877-1882.
51813-1831.
24PARSIFAL.
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6WAGNER’S EARLY YOUTH.
25TIMES OF GUSTAF ADOLF.
7CHAPTER II.
26An Historical Romance of the Exciting Times of the Thirty Years’ War.: From the Original Swedish.
81832-1841.
27JANSEN, MCCLURG, & CO.,: 117, 119 & 121 Wabash Av., Chicago, Ill.
9STORM AND STRESS.
28NONPAREIL COOK BOOK.
10CHAPTER III.
29Containing a Large Number of New Recipes, many from English, French and German Cooks.
111842-1849.
30JANSEN, MCCLURG, & CO.,: 117, 119 & 121 Wabash Av., Chicago, Ill.
12REVOLUTION IN LIFE AND ART.
31THE THEORIES OF DARWIN
13CHAPTER IV.
32And Their Relation to Philosophy, Religion, and Morality.: Translated from the German of
141850-1861.
33RUDOLF SCHMID,
15EXILE.
34JANSEN, MCCLURG, & CO.,: 117, 119 & 121 Wabash Av., Chicago, Ill.
16CHAPTER V.
35FRONTIER ARMY SKETCHES.
171862-1868.
36JANSEN, MCCLURG, & CO.,: 117, 119 & 121 Wabash Av., Chicago, Ill.
18MUNICH.
37Footnote:
19CHAPTER VI.
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