Richard Wagner and His Poetical Work: From Rienzi to Parsifal is a book written by Judith Gautier and published in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the life and works of the famous German composer Richard Wagner. Gautier explores Wagner's early life, his musical education, and his development as a composer. She also delves into the themes and motifs that are present in Wagner's operas, including his use of mythology, his exploration of the human condition, and his political and social commentary. The book ...
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Richard Wagner and His Poetical Work: From Rienzi to Parsifal is a book written by Judith Gautier and published in 1883. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the life and works of the famous German composer Richard Wagner. Gautier explores Wagner's early life, his musical education, and his development as a composer. She also delves into the themes and motifs that are present in Wagner's operas, including his use of mythology, his exploration of the human condition, and his political and social commentary. The book covers Wagner's major operas, including Rienzi, The Flying Dutchman, Tannh user, Lohengrin, Tristan und Isolde, Die Meistersinger von N rnberg, and Parsifal. Gautier's writing is clear and insightful, making this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in Wagner's life and work.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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