Myth of Two Great Men: The Correspondence of Wagner and Liszt: The Correspondence of Wagner and Liszt

Author: Wagner
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: This book collects 316 letters from Richard Wagner and Franz Liszt. From them, we can see the two masters' dedication to their careers, their appreciation for friendship, and their life journey of struggling against various worldly prejudices and hardships. They were great figures, but first and foremost, they were ordinary people. They had their own emotions and preferences, and their greatness lay in their extraordinary qualities, ultimately creating immortal works through their relentless efforts. Wagner lived a life of poverty and often had to rely on Liszt for livelihood, while Liszt consistently provided assistance, even when he himself was short on funds. It was precisely due to Liszt's selfless help and their shared understanding of their careers that Wagner created many beloved works. Their great friendship has been passed down through the ages.