Mémoires d'un artiste by Charles Gounod
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"Mémoires d'un artiste" by Charles Gounod is an autobiographical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into Gounod's life as a musician, providing insights into his experiences, influences, and reflections throughout his artistic journey. It begins with a tribute to his mother, who played a significant role in shaping his life and character, as well as a recounting of his early years and familial background. The opening of the
memoir sets the stage for Gounod's appreciation of his mother's dedication to her family and the arts, describing her struggles and achievements as a musician in a challenging environment. He emphasizes her impact on his own musical inclinations from a young age, recounting her determination to ensure his education despite their modest means. Gounod recalls his childhood impressions, early musical education, and the supportive atmosphere created by his family, leading to his eventual passion for music that would define his career. This personal narrative establishes an intimate connection to Gounod's formative years, laying the groundwork for the exploration of his artistic development in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gounod, Charles, 1818-1893 |
|---|---|
| Title | Mémoires d'un artiste |
| Credits |
Produced by Chuck Greif, Jean-Adrien Brothier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at gallica.bnf.fr) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Autobiographies |
| Subject | Composers -- France -- Biography |
| Subject | Gounod, Charles, 1818-1893 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 24325 |
| Release Date | Jan 15, 2008 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 448 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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