The Loves of Great Composers by Gustav Kobbé
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"The Loves of Great Composers" by Gustav Kobbé is a biographical account written in the early 20th century that explores the romantic relationships of some of the most beloved composers in history. The text delves into the intricate personal lives of these musical giants, emphasizing how their loves influenced and shaped their artistic genius. Featured figures include Mozart, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Chopin, Schumann, Liszt, and Wagner, each accompanied by a portrayal of their
significant others who played a role in their life and work. At the start of the book, Kobbé introduces the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, highlighting his deep love for his wife, Constance, through the correspondence exchanged between them. The narrative reflects on Mozart's struggles with fame and financial pressures, juxtaposed against the comfort he found in Constance's unwavering support. Kobbé captures the essence of their relationship, illustrating how her presence served as a source of solace during difficult times, ultimately leading to a poignant reflection on the intersections of love and creativity. Through the lens of early biographical anecdotes, the opening sets the stage for an exploration of love's profound impact on artistic expression across multiple composers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kobbé, Gustav, 1857-1918 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Loves of Great Composers |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827 |
| Subject | Liszt, Franz, 1811-1886 |
| Subject | Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883 |
| Subject | Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus, 1756-1791 |
| Subject | Chopin, Frédéric, 1810-1849 |
| Subject | Schumann, Robert, 1810-1856 |
| Subject | Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, Felix, 1809-1847 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 18138 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-18138-7 |
| Release Date | Apr 10, 2006 |
| Last Update | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 715 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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