Melomaniacs by James Huneker
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About this eBook
| Author | Huneker, James, 1857-1921 |
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| LoC No. | 02006078 |
| Title | Melomaniacs |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Melomaniacs" by James Huneker is a work of fiction written in the early 20th century. The text appears to delve into themes surrounding music, creativity, and the lives of musicians, characters who are deeply engrossed in their love for music. Through the lens of various protagonists, the work likely explores the struggles and philosophies associated with their musical passions. The opening of "Melomaniacs" introduces Baruch Mendoza, a Jewish musician brought before the Grand Inquisitor, who demands he renounce his heretical beliefs. Mendoza, trapped in a great hall surrounded by monks, experiences a profound psychological and philosophical struggle as he is tormented by the drumming of a solemn drum and the haunting music of a choir chanting the Lord's Prayer in a torturous key. The atmosphere combines elements of fear, beauty, and existential despair, setting the stage for a complex exploration of faith, identity, and the fatal consequences of artistic expression. The opening effectively establishes a somber mood while hinting at the culture and conflicts that will be further examined throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Musical fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29751 |
| Release Date | Aug 22, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 113 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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