The Boyhood Of Edward MacDowell

By Abbie Farwell Brown

Book Overview

The Boyhood of Edward MacDowell is a biographical book written by Abbie Farwell Brown that tells the story of the early life of the American composer and pianist Edward MacDowell. The book is based on extensive research and interviews with MacDowell's family and friends, and provides a detailed account of his childhood, education, and musical development.The book begins with MacDowell's birth in New York in 1860 and follows him through his early years in France, Germany, and the United States. It describes his early musical training, his studies with Franz Liszt and other famous composers, and his rise to fame as a performer and composer.Throughout the book, Brown explores the many challenges that MacDowell faced as a young artist, including financial difficulties, health problems, and the pressures of trying to make a name for himself in the competitive world of classical music. She also provides insights into his personality, his relationships with family and friends, and his deep love of nature and the outdoors.Overall, The Boyhood of Edward MacDowell is a fascinating and engaging biography that offers a unique glimpse into the life and times of one of America's most beloved composers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in classical music, American history, or the creative process.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432591908
• ISBN13: 9781432591908
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"