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The Voice of Nations - European National Anthems and Their Authors (Hardcover, New) Loot Price: R2,501
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The Voice of Nations - European National Anthems and Their Authors (Hardcover, New): F. G. Eyck

The Voice of Nations - European National Anthems and Their Authors (Hardcover, New)

F. G. Eyck

Series: Contributions to the Study of Music and Dance

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This first in-depth study of European national anthems analyzes their evolution as indicative of the culture, characteristics, and histories of the 15 different nations. Beyond these specific features, The Voice of Nations explores common themes such as the quest for liberty, independence, patriotism, national resurrection, and self-determination. The book also probes the reasons why these anthems are still in use and addresses their relevance in the era of European integration. Professor Eyck, a European-born historian, uses primary sources hitherto unavailable in this country and examines those anthems that were created spontaneously, rather than commissioned by rulers. Anthems included belong to countries that enjoyed sovereignty for either centuries or decades before 1914. Each chapter outlines the country's situation when the poem, destined to anthem status, was created; summarizes the life and work of the author; shows how and when the poem was set to music, and why it evolved into the song that became a symbol of a particular state and its people. Students, teachers, public and research libraries, and all interested in European music, history, literature, and national culture will find this gracefully written study a fascinating one.

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Imprint: Praeger Publishers Inc
Country of origin: United States
Series: Contributions to the Study of Music and Dance
Release date: February 1995
First published: February 1995
Authors: F. G. Eyck
Dimensions: 235 x 156 x 28mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 264
Edition: New
ISBN-13: 978-0-313-29320-7
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LSN: 0-313-29320-1
Barcode: 9780313293207

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