Hector Berlioz: A Romantic Tragedy - Hardcover

by Herbert F. Peyser (Author)

Hector Berlioz: A Romantic Tragedy is a biographical account of the life of French composer Hector Berlioz, written by music historian Herbert F. Peyser. The book details Berlioz's personal and professional struggles as a Romantic composer in 19th century France, including his unrequited love for actress Harriet Smithson, which inspired his famous Symphonie fantastique. Peyser explores Berlioz's innovative musical style and his contributions to the development of the modern orchestra. The book also delves into Berlioz's personal life, including his difficult relationship with his parents and his struggles with depression and addiction. Overall, Hector Berlioz: A Romantic Tragedy offers a comprehensive look at the life of one of France's most influential composers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.