Walker, Professor Alan
Fryderyk Chopin: A Life and Times
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571348565
- author:
- Walker, Professor Alan
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 768
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.3 x 4.3 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Music, Instruction & Study, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Fryderyk Chopin: A Life and Times is a comprehensive biography that sets out to dispel myths and legends surrounding the Polish composer. Based on ten years of research and primary sources, Alan Walker presents an intimate look at Chopin's life, focusing on his childhood in Poland and his romantic relationship with George Sand. Walker's magisterial biography sheds new light on Chopin's music and brings to life one of the 19th century's most enigmatic artists. Written in engaging prose, this book is suited for both professional pianists and casual music lovers alike. With unprecedented clarity, Walker illuminates Chopin's life and music, making this a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the composer's enduring legacy. This biography offers a fresh perspective on one of history's most beloved artists, drawing on the latest scholarly findings to create a rich and engaging portrait of Fryderyk Chopin.
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