| Struggling for Perfection: The Story of Glenn Gould Contributor(s): Konieczny, Vladimir (Author) |
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ISBN: 1894917480 ISBN-13: 9781894917483 Publisher: Napoleon and Co OUR PRICE: $13.46 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: November 2009 Annotation: "Struggling for Perfection" is the story of the famous pianist, Glenn Gould, an enigmatic figure who made some of the most acclaimed classical recordings of the last century. He has become a national icon in Canada. Vladimir Konieczny delivers a sensitive and affectionate portrait of this imposing figure in music history. *Previous hardback edition, ISBN 0-929141-13-X |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Music - Juvenile Nonfiction | Music - Classical |
| Dewey: B |
| Series: Stories of Canada |
| Physical Information: 0.22" H x 8.3" W x 9.48" (0.62 lbs) 97 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Canadian |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 77500 Reading Level: 7.0 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 3.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Struggling for Perfection is the story of the famous pianist, an enigmatic figure who made some of the most acclaimed classical recordings of the last century. A former child prodigy and an unpredictable, passionate man, Glenn Gould was known as much for his eccentricities as his vast musical genius. After retiring prematurely from performing, Gould branched out into work in film and radio and helped bring classical music recording technology into a new age. He has became a national icon in Canada. Vladimir Konieczny delivers a sensitive and affectionate portrait of this imposing figure in music history. The book is illustrated with sketches and archival photos. |
Contributor Bio(s): Konieczny, Vladimir: - Vladimir Konieczny is a freelance writer and a professional saxophone and bassoon player. He first heard Glenn Gould on the CBC during his teens, and he has remained a lifelong fan. The author of the children's title Struggling for Perfection: The Story of Glenn Gould, he lives on Pender Island, British Columbia. |