| Description |
vii, 152 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm. |
| Series |
An extraordinary life
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Extraordinary life.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 145-146) and index. |
| Summary |
To mark the centenary in 2013 of Britten's birth, Dr Christopher Mark offers a fascinating introduction to the key topics and issues connected to Britten's life and works. Mark considers, amongst other topics, Britten's crucial view of the role of composer in society as well as his politics, his pacifism, and the controversies surrounding his sexuality. |
| Subject |
Britten, Benjamin, 1913-1976. |
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Britten, Benjamin, 1913-1976.
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Britten, Benjamin, 1913-1976. |
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Composers -- England -- Biography.
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Composers. |
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England. |
| Genre/Form |
Biographies.
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| Subject |
Conductors (Music) -- England -- Biography.
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Conductors (Music) |
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Pianists -- England -- Biography.
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Pianists. |
| Genre/Form |
Biographies.
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| ISBN |
9781848495722 |
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1848495722 |
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