Dover Books on Music: Composers

Profound and scholarly study by Liszt's friend, favorite pupil, and secretary presents an intimate portrait of the composer's private and professional life. Vibrant, richly textured prose recaptures a golden age of music.

The tragic story of an erratic genius's life and a survey of some of his works, including his art songs and operas. "Very interesting and very stimulating." - The New York Times.