The Cambridge Wagner Encyclopedia (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781107004252)

Richard Wagner is one of the most controversial figures in Western cultural history. He revolutionized not only opera but the very concept of art, and his works and ideas have had an immeasurable impact on both the cultural and political landscapes of the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries. From "absolute music" to "Zurich" and from "Theodor Adorno" to "Hermann Zumpe," the vividly-written entries of The Cambridge Wagner Encyclopedia have been contributed by recognized authorities and cover a comprehensive range of topics. More than eighty scholars from around the world, representing disciplines from history and philosophy to film studies and medicine, provide fascinating insights into Wagner's life, career, and influence. Multiple appendices include listings of Wagner's works, historic productions, recordings, and addresses where he lived, to round out a volume that will be an essential and reliable resource for enthusiasts and academics alike.

Author: Nicholas Vazsonyi
ISBN-10: 110700425X
ISBN-13: 9781107004252
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 01/13/2014
Pages: 897
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.30w x 2.00d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 06/01/2014 pg. 132