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Basil Howitt delves into the love lives of a cluster of the great composers from Gesualdo to Wagner and finds much to delight, surprise, shock, and even appall his readers -- but never bore them!
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Insightful look at composers' passionate romantic histories.
Who is this book for?
If you're fascinated by composers' personal lives and how their relationships influenced their music, you'll find this book captivating. Basil Howitt brings these figures to life through their love stories, revealing surprises and shocks that add depth to their artistic legacies. It's a compelling read for anyone interested in the human side of musical greatness.
