Memoirs of an Artist: An Autobiography (1895)

Memoirs Of An Artist: An Autobiography is a book written by Charles Gounod, a French composer who lived from 1818 to 1893. The book was published posthumously in 1895 and is a first-hand account of Gounod's life and career as a musician. In the book, Gounod describes his early years studying music in Paris, his travels to Italy and Germany to further his education, and his eventual rise to fame as a composer of operas, oratorios, and other works. He also discusses his personal life, including his marriage and his relationships with other musicians and artists of his time. The book provides a unique insight into the life and work of one of the most influential composers of the 19th century and is a must-read for anyone interested in classical music or the arts in general.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.