Ellen T. Harris

George Frideric Handel - A Life with Friends

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ISBN 13:
9780393088953
author:
Ellen T. Harris
format:
HardBack
publisher:
W. W. Norton & Company
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
496
Dimensions:
16.5 x 3.8 x 24.4 cm
Genre:
Music, Stage & Screen, Music, Styles
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£30.90

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George Frideric Handel: A Life With Friends Discover the private man behind the public figure of one of music's most iconic composers. Ellen T Harris's biography of George Frideric Handel weaves together a rich tapestry of stories, interlacing Handel's music with tales of loyalty, cunning, and betrayal. Through previously unknown documents, including Handel's will, Harris sheds light on the composer's personal life, revealing an ambitious, shrewd, generous, brilliant, and flawed individual. This intimate portrait offers a fresh perspective on one of history's most celebrated musicians, layering the interconnected stories of his friends like the subjects and countersubjects of a fugue. With its unique approach, Harris introduces Handel as a complex figure, hiding in plain view behind his public persona. A fascinating exploration of 18th-century London, this biography is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in music, history, or the human experience.

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