{"product_id":"some-musicians-of-former-days-gyan-books","title":"Some Musicians of Former Days","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSome Musicians of Former Days\u003c\/em\u003e by Romain Rolland and Translator: Mary Blaiklock is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 390 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's about\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome Musicians of Former Days by Romain Rolland, translated by Mary Blaiklock, is a reflective collection of biographical essays on great classical composers, including Palestrina, Lully, Bach, Handel, and Mozart. Rolland explores not only their musical achievements but also their inner lives, struggles, and spiritual depth. Written with warmth and insight, the book offers a humanistic and philosophical view of music history, portraying these figures as deeply connected to the cultural and emotional currents of their times. Blaiklock’s faithful translation preserves Rolland’s poetic and thoughtful style, making these timeless portraits accessible to English-speaking music lovers and scholars alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Romain Rolland and Translator: Mary Blaiklock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback \u0026amp; Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 390\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gyan Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1915\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Some Musicians of Former Days available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eSome Musicians of Former Days\u003c\/em\u003e is available here in Paperback and Hardcover; pick the one you want from the options above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat language is this edition in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis edition is in English.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho wrote Some Musicians of Former Days?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome Musicians of Former Days is written by Romain Rolland and Translator: Mary Blaiklock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does Bookston ship?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping is free on every order, with no minimum. We ship within the United States only; orders leave our Denver, Colorado warehouse in 1–2 business days and usually arrive within 5–7 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the book arrives damaged or isn't what I expected?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou have 30 days from delivery to return it in new condition for a full refund. If it arrived damaged, defective or wrong, we cover the return shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bookston","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":67964784509039,"sku":"9789372259445","price":25.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964784541807,"sku":"9789372256987","price":42.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789372259445.jpg?v=1792640400","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/some-musicians-of-former-days-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}