Hanns Eisler: Political Musician
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Albrecht Betz
Binding: Hardback
Published: Cambridge University Press, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Faded DJ with discolouration to spine and back. Light denting to spine of board. Tanning to interior of DJ, block, and pastedown. Light yellowing to pages. All text legible.
This scholarly biography chronicles the life and artistic journey of Hanns Eisler, a pivotal figure in 20th-century music. It presents a detailed account of his compositions, illustrating how his unwavering political convictions profoundly influenced his creative output. The work examines Eisler's collaborations with Bertolt Brecht and his experiences with exile and political upheaval, detailing the complex interplay between art and ideology. This insightful analysis uncovers the enduring legacy of a composer who sought to integrate his revolutionary ideals with his musical expression, offering a comprehensive understanding of his unique place in history.
Author: Albrecht Betz
Binding: Hardback
Published: Cambridge University Press, 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Faded DJ with discolouration to spine and back. Light denting to spine of board. Tanning to interior of DJ, block, and pastedown. Light yellowing to pages. All text legible.
This scholarly biography chronicles the life and artistic journey of Hanns Eisler, a pivotal figure in 20th-century music. It presents a detailed account of his compositions, illustrating how his unwavering political convictions profoundly influenced his creative output. The work examines Eisler's collaborations with Bertolt Brecht and his experiences with exile and political upheaval, detailing the complex interplay between art and ideology. This insightful analysis uncovers the enduring legacy of a composer who sought to integrate his revolutionary ideals with his musical expression, offering a comprehensive understanding of his unique place in history.