Mahler: His Life, Work and World

by Kurt Blaukopf

Book Overview

Gustav Mahler was born on 7 July 1860 in an insignificant outpost of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. He grew to become one of the greatest conductors and composers of his time, acclaimed throughout Europe and America for his interpretations of a repertoire ranging from Mozart and Beethoven to Wagner and Strauss, and for his own richly orchestrated works. Today, his intensely emotional and evocative music continues to inspire the listener, and awakens...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0500281971
• ISBN13: 9780500281970
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.1" x 10.1"