Dimitri Shostakovich - Ivan Martynov - Bog

Dimitri Shostakovich: The Man and His Work is a comprehensive biography of the famous Russian composer, written by Ivan Martynov. The book explores the life and work of Shostakovich, from his early years in St. Petersburg to his rise as one of the most important composers of the 20th century. Martynov delves into the political and social context of Shostakovich's life, including his complicated relationship with the Soviet government and his struggles with censorship. The book also provides an in-depth analysis of Shostakovich's music, including his symphonies, operas, and film scores. Martynov draws on a wide range of sources, including interviews with Shostakovich's family and colleagues, to provide a nuanced and detailed portrait of the man behind the music. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of one of the most important composers of the 20th century.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.