02361cam a22003013u 4500 10649 UtSlPG 20260610133245.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 D Lord, John, 1810-1894 Beacon Lights of History, Volume 14: The New Era : A Supplementary Volume, by Recent Writers, as Set Forth in the Preface and Table of Contents Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-01-01 E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Kirschner, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Beacon Lights of History, Volume 14: The New Era" by John Lord is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as a supplementary work, showcasing significant achievements and figures from the latter half of that century, particularly those who revolutionized various fields such as music, art, philosophy, and science. The text highlights notable individuals like Richard Wagner in the realm of music and John Ruskin in art, portraying them as "Beacon Lights" of progress and development during a period marked by rapid transformation and intellectual growth. At the start of the book, the focus is primarily on the contributions and journeys of Richard Wagner as a composer. The narrative explores Wagner's early life, struggles, and eventual successes, detailing how he overcame initial obstacles and criticisms to establish himself as a pivotal figure in the evolution of opera. The opening emphasizes the formative influences on Wagner's work, highlighting his relationships with other musicians and the cultural context of his time. This introductory portion sets the stage for deeper explorations of individual accomplishments and their lasting impacts on society and the arts in the following sections of the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified History https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/10649 52107 52107