Richard Wagner: His Life, Art and ThoughtThis book provides an integrated study of Richard Wagner, his life and works. The author covers all the main aspects of Wagner's works within a coherent biographical framework, basing his account on such primary sources as Wagner's autobiographical writings and letters, the reminiscences of Liszt, Nietzsche, and other friends and associates, and the complete diary of Cosima, first published in 1977. |
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List of Illustrations | 9 |
The Young Professional | 37 |
Art and Revolution | 68 |
Copyright | |
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