Evening in the Palace of Reason: Bach Meets Frederick the Great in the Age of Enlightenment

Gaines, James R.

ISBN 10: 0007156618 / ISBN 13: 9780007156610

Published by Harper Perennial, 2006

This copy has clearly been enjoyedâ expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps. Seller Inventory # DBV.0007156618.A

Synopsis:

Johann Sebastian Bach created what may be the most celestial and profound body of music in history; Frederick the Great built the colossus we now know as Germany, and along with it a template for modern warfare. Their fleeting encounter in 1757 signals a unique moment in history where belief collided with the cold certainty of reason. Set at the tipping point between the ancient and modern world, Evening in the Palace of Reason captures the tumult of the eighteenth century, the legacy of the Reformation, and the birth of the Enlightenment in this extraordinary tale of two men.

About the Author:

Jim Gaines was the first Editor in Chief of People Magazine, as well as the Editor of Time Magazine. His first book, ‘Evening in The Palace of Reason’ was published in2005. He lives in Paris with his family

Bibliographic Details

Title: Evening in the Palace of Reason: Bach Meets ...
Publisher: Harper Perennial
Publication Date: 2006
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: acceptable