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Wagnerism

Biography & History

Wagnerism

Alex Ross

The central theme of these summaries: Richard Wagner has had a huge impact on art and politics, even to this day. Various nations, movements, and people have each interpreted his grand opera works differently. The French saw him as scandalously decadent, while the Germans viewed him as proudly nationalistic. Modernist writers considered him an innovative artist, while politicians saw him as a revolutionary - as evident in Hitler's use of Wagner's music. The true meaning behind Wagner's powerful music remains uncertain, but the important question is, How do we perceive him? Feedback welcome! Please feel free to share your thoughts on our content by emailing [email protected] with the subject line Wagnerism. If you're interested in introducing to your team, did you know we have group subscriptions available? Click the link below or contact your Learning & Development department to learn how you and your team can benefit from for personal and professional growth.

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Einblick

Worum geht es?

Wagnerism (2020) explores the impact of Richard Wagner's compositions on intellectuals post his demise. It delves into various perspectives on his music, going beyond his artistic heritage to his significant role in shaping the Nazi party.

Buchzusammenfassung

Alex Ross has been The New Yorker’s music critic for over 20 years. His writing has earned him multiple awards, as well as a Guggenheim Fellowship and a MacArthur Fellowship. The Rest Is Noise is his first book and was a Pulitzer Prize finalist.

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Wagner’s Enduring Power: Art, War, and Ambiguity

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