Tchaikovsky
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Fair , ex-library
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
A landmark work in classical music biography and criticism, Edwin Evans's Tchaikovsky presents a thorough and authoritative examination of one of the nineteenth century's most beloved and emotionally powerful composers. Written with scholarly precision yet an accessible tone, it chronicles Tchaikovsky's life from his early years in Russia through his rise to international prominence, illuminating the personal struggles and artistic triumphs that shaped his distinctive voice. Evans details the composer's major works — from the sweeping symphonies and iconic ballets such as Swan Lake and The Nutcracker to the deeply personal chamber music — situating each within its biographical and historical context. The analysis argues that Tchaikovsky's genius lay in his unparalleled ability to translate raw human emotion into orchestral form, a quality that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. This remains an essential volume for music lovers, students of the Romantic era, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the man behind some of the most enduring compositions in the Western canon.
Author: Edwin Evans
Format: Hardback
Published: 1940, J. M. Dent and Sons Ltd.
Genre: Music
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair , ex-library
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Ex-library with usual markings
A landmark work in classical music biography and criticism, Edwin Evans's Tchaikovsky presents a thorough and authoritative examination of one of the nineteenth century's most beloved and emotionally powerful composers. Written with scholarly precision yet an accessible tone, it chronicles Tchaikovsky's life from his early years in Russia through his rise to international prominence, illuminating the personal struggles and artistic triumphs that shaped his distinctive voice. Evans details the composer's major works — from the sweeping symphonies and iconic ballets such as Swan Lake and The Nutcracker to the deeply personal chamber music — situating each within its biographical and historical context. The analysis argues that Tchaikovsky's genius lay in his unparalleled ability to translate raw human emotion into orchestral form, a quality that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide. This remains an essential volume for music lovers, students of the Romantic era, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the man behind some of the most enduring compositions in the Western canon.