The Consolations of History
Themes of Progress and Potential in Richard Wagner's Gotterdammerung
- 180 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Focusing on the influences behind Wagner's Götterdämmerung, Alexander H. Shapiro critically examines the composer's intellectual perspective through his prose, letters, and diary entries. The analysis confronts traditional interpretations, aiming to clarify the deeper meanings of this significant work. Shapiro's fresh approach encourages readers to reconsider established views and gain a more nuanced understanding of Wagner's artistic vision.
