Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, Felix 1809-1847 creator Marguerittes, Julie de 1814-1866 Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, Paul 1812-1874 Wallace, Grace, Lady 1804-1878 text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Letters of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy from Italy and Switzerland" is a collection of personal letters written in the early 19th century by the renowned composer Felix Mendelssohn. The letters offer a rich and intimate glimpse into Mendelssohn's travels, experiences, and artistic inspirations while he journeyed through Italy and Switzerland. His correspondence touches on various themes, including his musical pursuits, encounters with notable figures such as Goethe, and the beauty of the landscapes and cultures he observed. The opening of this collection presents Mendelssohn's early experiences as he travels through Germany, on his way to Italy. He shares details about his joyous journey on a beautiful day, contrasting his light-hearted travels with the responsibilities that await him. His interactions with fellow travelers, delightful scenery, and anticipation of meeting Goethe in Weimar all paint a vivid picture of his life as a composer filled with enthusiasm and admiration for both nature and art. As he reflects on his travels, Mendelssohn reveals a blend of personal joy and artistic ambition, setting the tone for the letters that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-04-05 Produced by Hélène de Mink, Bryan Ness, Music transcribed by Anne Celnick, Linda Cantoni, and the DP Music Team and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Europe -- Description and travel ML Original publication data not identified 19007341 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39384 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/39384 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133913.0 39384