Claude Debussy: Master of Dreams - Hardback - 9781436700825

Claude Debussy: Master of Dreams is a biography of the French composer Claude Debussy written by Maurice Dumesnil. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Debussy's life and career, from his early years as a student at the Paris Conservatory to his final days as a celebrated composer. Dumesnil explores Debussy's artistic influences, including his exposure to the music of Wagner and his fascination with the poetry of Mallarm�����. The book also delves into Debussy's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with illness. Throughout the book, Dumesnil provides detailed analysis of Debussy's music, highlighting the composer's innovative use of harmony, rhythm, and form. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most important composers of the 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• | Author: Maurice Dumesnil
• | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• | Publication Date: Jun 13, 2008
• | Number of Pages: 328 pages
• | Binding: Hardback or Cased Book
• | ISBN-10: 1436700825
• | ISBN-13: 9781436700825