Richard Strauss: An Owner's Manual [With CD (Audio)]

by David Hurwitz

Book Overview

The life and music of Richard Strauss (1864-1949) span what was arguably the most turbulent period in human history, encompassing the Franco-Prussian War, the unification of Germany, and two world wars. He was one of the very last composers to have started his career in service to the old European aristocracy, but near the end of his life, the continent lay in shambles, and he faced financial ruin even as he remained Germany's greatest living composer...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1574674420
• ISBN13: 9781574674422
• Release Date: July 2014
• Publisher: Amadeus
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.9" x 8.8"