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Mozart: A Cultural Biography
by Robert W. Gutman

Mozart: A Cultural Biography
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Author: Robert W. Gutman
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2000-11-02
ISBN: 0156011719
Number of pages: 864
Publisher: Harvest Books

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Book Review: Great book, but it shouldn't be your first.
Summary: 4 Stars

I have greatly enjoyed this book, but I think it should be said that it does not make a good introduction to or first look at Mozart or his music. I have studied Mozart most of my life, and have a great familiarity with much of his life and most of his works, but if you do not you will quickly become lost. A good solid understanding of classical music is also essential. The book was not written for the uninitiated!
My other qualm is that the author has striven to give us every detail about Mozart's earlier years, but does not for his last years. It seemed just when things were really getting interesting, when we are reaching the time of Mozart's greatest works and triumphs, Mr. Gutman suddenly rushes to the end. I would definetely liked to have seen a better balance between the beginning and the end of Mozart's life.
All in all, this is a very rewarding work. Not a casual read by any means, but one that warrants serious attention and praise!

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