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Nocturne: Chopin in love and death
A gripping story of genius and frailty in nineteenth century Europe
In the haunting corridors of 19th century Europe, the brilliance of Frederic Chopin’s music echoes against the tumultuous backdrop of revolution and unbridled passion.
As Chopin, celebrated and revered, whirls through the cultural capitals of Paris, London, Edinburgh, and Glasgow, a constellation of luminaries accompanies him on his journey. The canvas of his life is painted with the strokes of Delacroix’s brush, the impassioned words of Victor Hugo, and the tumultuous melodies of Franz Liszt. Yet, it is the lonely and devoted Scottish woman, Jane Stirling, who emerges as the silent guardian of Chopin’s soul.
As his music evolves into unparalleled beauty, Chopin’s love affairs spiral into chaos, and his spending careers out of control. “Nocturne” reveals the tormented soul of a genius who burns too bright and too fast, while those who love him best can only watch helplessly as his flame threatens to consume itself.
In the haunting corridors of 19th century Europe, the brilliance of Frederic Chopin’s music echoes against the tumultuous backdrop of revolution and unbridled passion.
As Chopin, celebrated and revered, whirls through the cultural capitals of Paris, London, Edinburgh, and Glasgow, a constellation of luminaries accompanies him on his journey. The canvas of his life is painted with the strokes of Delacroix’s brush, the impassioned words of Victor Hugo, and the tumultuous melodies of Franz Liszt. Yet, it is the lonely and devoted Scottish woman, Jane Stirling, who emerges as the silent guardian of Chopin’s soul.
As his music evolves into unparalleled beauty, Chopin’s love affairs spiral into chaos, and his spending careers out of control. “Nocturne” reveals the tormented soul of a genius who burns too bright and too fast, while those who love him best can only watch helplessly as his flame threatens to consume itself.
396 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 2, 2024
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Christopher Rush
41 books5 followersChristopher Rush is a Scottish writer, for thirty years a teacher of literature in Edinburgh. His books include A Twelvemonth and a Day (1985) (chosen by The List magazine in 2005 as one of the 100 best Scottish books of all time) and the highly acclaimed To Travel Hopefully (2005).
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