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Routledge - The Consolations of History: Wagner's Gotterdammerung

Name: Routledge - The Consolations of History: Wagner's Gotterdammerung
Brand: Routledge
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Explore a fresh perspective on Richard Wagner's final opera of the Ring tetralogy. In The Consolations of History, Alexander H. Shapiro provides an ambitious new interpretation of Gotterdammerung. This work uncovers new facets of the masterpiece and its insights into the human condition. By examining the philosophical and historical influences on Wagner, the book offers a deep look into the composer's intellectual worldview. Shapiro uses Wagner's own prose works, letters, and diary entries to reevaluate his ideas. This research challenges conventional views that often prevent a clear understanding of the work. This book is an essential resource for those studying opera, music history, and the works of Richard Wagner. It provides a detailed analysis that moves beyond traditional interpretations to reveal the profound depth of this enigmatic masterpiece.

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Offers an ambitious new interpretation of Gotterdammerung, the final opera in Wagner's Ring tetralogy.

Uncovers new facets of the work's insights into the human condition through detailed analysis.

Examines the philosophical and historical influences that shaped Wagner's musical vision.

Reevaluates the composer's intellectual worldview using his personal prose, letters, and diary entries.

Challenges conventional views to provide a clearer understanding of this enigmatic masterpiece.

Part of the Routledge Research in Music series for academic and musical study.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0367243210
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Film, Television & Music > Music > Soul
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 31 October 2019
Listed Since: 14 May 2019

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