Shaw's Music: 2

Shaw's Music: 2

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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: Bernard Shaw
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Bodley Head, 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Sun-faded spine, top-edge discoloured from tanning.

Shaw's Music: 2 compiles the incisive and often provocative music criticism of the renowned playwright Bernard Shaw. This volume chronicles his sharp observations on the musical landscape of his era, offering a unique perspective on composers, performers, and the art form itself. Shaw's distinctive voice, characterized by wit and intellectual rigor, permeates each essay, making complex musical ideas accessible and engaging. He argues passionately for his aesthetic principles, challenging conventional wisdom and illuminating the cultural significance of music. This collection illustrates the breadth of his critical genius, extending far beyond his celebrated dramatic works.

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Description

Author: Bernard Shaw
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Bodley Head, 1981

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Sun-faded spine, top-edge discoloured from tanning.

Shaw's Music: 2 compiles the incisive and often provocative music criticism of the renowned playwright Bernard Shaw. This volume chronicles his sharp observations on the musical landscape of his era, offering a unique perspective on composers, performers, and the art form itself. Shaw's distinctive voice, characterized by wit and intellectual rigor, permeates each essay, making complex musical ideas accessible and engaging. He argues passionately for his aesthetic principles, challenging conventional wisdom and illuminating the cultural significance of music. This collection illustrates the breadth of his critical genius, extending far beyond his celebrated dramatic works.