Handel by R. A. Streatfield is a comprehensive biography of the famous composer George Frideric Handel. The book covers Handel's life from his birth in Germany in 1685 to his death in London in 1759, tracing his musical development and his rise to fame as one of the most celebrated composers of his time. Streatfield examines Handel's major works, including his operas, oratorios, and instrumental music, and explores the cultural and historical context...