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Stories from Wagner
Richard Wagner
J. Walker McSpadden
出版
DigiCat
, 2022-06-02
主題
Fiction / Classics
Reference / General
ISBN
EAN:8596547042204
URL
http://books.google.com.hk/books?id=DM1zEAAAQBAJ&hl=&source=gbs_api
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In 'Stories from Wagner', the rich tapestry of Richard Wagner's operatic narratives is deftly unravelled into a collection of eight gripping tales, adapted with fervor and artistic sensibility. The book transposes Wagner's leitmotifs from the grand stage to the intimate corners of literary expression, offering readers the essence of epics like 'The Ring of the Curse', 'Parsifal the Pure', and 'Lohengrin the Swan Knight', among others. Crafted with an eye for both the profundities of tragedy and the enchantments of mystery, Wagner's poignant storytelling captures the imagination through a style that is as melodious to the mind's ear as his operas are to the physical one, resonating within a wide continuum of literary and musical contexts. Richard Wagner, primarily revered as one of the most significant composers in Western music history, reveals another facet of his boundless creativity in 'Stories from Wagner'. His deep understanding of human passions and weaknesses, paired with a dramatic flair that shaped his operatic compositions, propels the narrative force of each story. These retellings reflect not just Wagner's mythical and legendary preoccupations but also his philosophical musings, thereby shedding light on the intricate interplay between his musical genius and literary acumen. 'Stories from Wagner' offers a compelling invitation to both aficionados of Wagner's operatic oeuvre and newcomers eager for an entry point into his world. It promises a journey through tales that balance the gravity of epic destinies with the intimacy of personal struggles, all the while echoing the timeless themes that Wagner so passionately explored in his music. As such, the book is recommended for those who appreciate storytelling woven with thematic complexity and those interested in the intersections of music and literature, promising an experience that enriches the heart as much as it stimulates the intellect.