Song Of The North: The Story Of Edvard Grieg
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Claire Lee Purdy
Binding: Hardback
Published: Julian Messner Inc., 1946
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Faded and yellowed spine. Bumping on corners. Clean text.
Claire Lee Purdy's Song Of The North chronicles the remarkable life and artistic journey of the celebrated Norwegian composer, Edvard Grieg. This compelling biography uncovers the influences that shaped his distinctive musical style, from the dramatic landscapes of his homeland to the vibrant European cultural scene. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of Grieg's struggles and triumphs, detailing his dedication to preserving Norwegian folk traditions within his classical compositions. Readers will gain a profound understanding of the man behind iconic works like the Peer Gynt suites and the Piano Concerto in A minor, illustrating his enduring legacy in the world of classical music.
Author: Claire Lee Purdy
Binding: Hardback
Published: Julian Messner Inc., 1946
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket - some marks on spine and corners
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Faded and yellowed spine. Bumping on corners. Clean text.
Claire Lee Purdy's Song Of The North chronicles the remarkable life and artistic journey of the celebrated Norwegian composer, Edvard Grieg. This compelling biography uncovers the influences that shaped his distinctive musical style, from the dramatic landscapes of his homeland to the vibrant European cultural scene. The narrative presents a vivid portrait of Grieg's struggles and triumphs, detailing his dedication to preserving Norwegian folk traditions within his classical compositions. Readers will gain a profound understanding of the man behind iconic works like the Peer Gynt suites and the Piano Concerto in A minor, illustrating his enduring legacy in the world of classical music.