Tchaikovsky (1906)

Tchaikovsky (1906) by Edwin Evans is a biography of the famous Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. The book covers Tchaikovsky's life from his childhood and early musical education to his rise to fame as a composer and his eventual death. The author provides a detailed account of Tchaikovsky's personal and professional life, including his struggles with depression and his relationships with family, friends, and fellow musicians. The book also delves into the musical influences and inspirations behind some of Tchaikovsky's most famous works, such as the Nutcracker Suite and Swan Lake. Evans draws on a variety of sources, including Tchaikovsky's personal letters and diaries, to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this legendary musician. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both casual readers and scholars of music history. Overall, Tchaikovsky (1906) is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the greatest composers of all time.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.