Memoirs of Doctor Burney (Vol. 2 of 3) : Arranged from his own manuscripts, from family papers, and from personal recollections by his daughter, Madame d'Arblay

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Burney, Fanny, 1752-1840

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Memoirs of Doctor Burney (Vol. 2 of 3)" by Fanny Burney is a biographical account written in the early 19th century. The work provides an intimate glimpse into the life of Dr. Burney, a renowned musical historian and composer, as recounted by his daughter. The memoir explores both his personal relationships and his professional engagements within the vibrant cultural and musical circles of the time. The opening of this volume presents an array of interactions and anecdotes that illustrate Dr. Burney's life in London, centering around his family and notable acquaintances. One remarkable character featured is Omiah, a South Sea Islander preparing to return home, who shares amusing encounters and cultural exchanges within the Burney household. Additionally, there are early glimpses into Dr. Burney's musical gatherings, highlighting the caliber of guests and the informal yet rich atmosphere of collaboration and appreciation for music, which fundamentally characterizes his life and legacy. The memoir opens a window into a world alive with artistic fervor, showcasing the profound connections between individuals through the universal language of music. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

MWS, Brian Wilsden and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 65.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-04-25