TY  - BOOK
AU  - Champfleury
TI  - Richard Wagner
AV  - ML 
PY  - 2010///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Wagner, Richard, 1813-1883
N1  - Release date is 2010-11-20; Produced by Adrian Mastronardi, Eleni Christofaki and the
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N2  - "Richard Wagner" by Champfleury is a biography written during the mid-19th century. The book examines the artistic journey and struggles of the renowned composer Richard Wagner, particularly focusing on his groundbreaking contributions to music and opera. The text blends personal reflections with commentary on Wagner's impact on the music world, providing insight into the cultural atmosphere of the time.  In this work, Champfleury captures the essence of Wagner's music through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, offering readers a glimpse into the emotional and artistic landscape of the composer. He discusses Wagner's public reception, his innovative musical techniques, and the challenges he faced as a proscribed artist. The narrative highlights the transformative power of Wagner's music—not as mere entertainment, but as a profound expression of human experience. The author also reflects on the contrasts Wagner represented in relation to contemporary criticism and public sentiment, revealing a deep appreciation for the richness and complexity of Wagner's art. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34382
ER  -