Shostakovich: A Life Remembered is a unique study of the great
composer Dmitri Shostakovich, based on reminiscences from his
contemporaries: family members, friends, fellow musicians and other
prominent figures of the time. Elizabeth Wilson covers the
composer's life from his early successes to his struggles under the
Stalinist regime, and his international recognition as one of the
leading composers of the 20th century. She builds up a detailed
picture of Shostakovich's creative processes, how he was perceived
by contemporaries and of the increased contrast between his private
life and public image as his fame increased. This revised edition,
produced to coincide with the centenary of Shostakovich's birth,
draws on many new writings on the composer. This provides both a
more detailed and focused image of Shostakovich's life, and a wider
view of his cultural background. A particular aspect of
Shostakovich which is revealed in this new edition is his sardonic
and witty sense of humour, displayed in many of his letters to
close friends. Shostakovich: A Life Remembered provides fascinating
insight into the complex personality and the musical life of this
great composer, and examines his position as one of the major
figures of cultural life in 20th century Russia.
General
Imprint: |
Faber and Faber
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Country of origin: |
United Kingdom |
Release date: |
July 2006 |
Authors: |
Elizabeth Wilson
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Dimensions: |
235 x 155 x 50mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
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Pages: |
672 |
Edition: |
Main |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-571-22050-2 |
Categories: |
Books
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LSN: |
0-571-22050-9 |
Barcode: |
9780571220502 |
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