Robert Schumann's Leben (1887)

Robert Schumann's Leben (1887) is a biography written by Robert Schumann himself. The book is a detailed account of his life, from his childhood in Zwickau, Germany, to his rise as a composer and his marriage to Clara Wieck. Schumann discusses his struggles with mental illness and the impact it had on his personal and professional life. He also provides insights into his creative process and the inspiration behind some of his most famous works, including his symphonies and piano music. The book offers a unique perspective on one of the most influential composers of the Romantic era and provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a musical genius.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.