Mendelssohn Remembered (Nick Ward Plays)

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Summary: The Story of the Gentle Genius
Review: Mendelssohn Remembered is a unique volume telling the story of the composers life and career through letters of those who knew him. We get a complete picture, from Mendelssohn's early years and his relationship with Goethe right up to his final days when exhaustion and grief over his sisters passing drove him to his death bed. The book also contains an excellent chronology of Mendelssohn's life and works matched up with contemporary figures and events. Some nice illustrations are added including some of Mendelssohn's own talented sketches. Perfect as an introduction to Felix Mendelssohn or as a resource for deeper study. Praiseworthy beyond all lauds. BRAVO!

Rating:
Summary: The Story of the Gentle Genius
Review: Mendelssohn Remembered is a unique volume telling the story of the composers life and career through letters of those who knew him. We get a complete picture, from Mendelssohn's early years and his relationship with Goethe right up to his final days when exhaustion and grief over his sisters passing drove him to his death bed. The book also contains an excellent chronology of Mendelssohn's life and works matched up with contemporary figures and events. Some nice illustrations are added including some of Mendelssohn's own talented sketches. Perfect as an introduction to Felix Mendelssohn or as a resource for deeper study. Praiseworthy beyond all lauds. BRAVO!