Wagner as I Knew Him

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Praeger, Ferdinand, 1815-1891

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Wagner as I Knew Him" by Ferdinand Praeger is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book aims to provide insights into the life and character of the renowned composer Richard Wagner, as seen through the eyes of Praeger, a close friend and confidant. It explores Wagner's thoughts, ambitions, and contradictions, seeking to illuminate the complexities of his persona and the impact of his revolutionary ideas on music and society. The opening of the work sets the stage for this intimate exploration, detailing Praeger's long-standing friendship with Wagner, which spans nearly fifty years. Praeger emphasizes his intent to offer an honest portrayal of Wagner, acknowledging both his genius and his flaws. It outlines the essence of Wagner's character as a fiercely committed thinker and artist, grappling with society's criticism while pursuing the transformative power of art. The narrative initiates a deeper inquiry into Wagner's early influences, family background, and formative experiences, laying a foundation for a nuanced biography that promises to reveal the man behind the music. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2013-06-04