{"product_id":"the-history-of-music-a-handbook-and-guide-for-students-gyan-books","title":"The History of Music: A Handbook and Guide For Students","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe History of Music: A Handbook and Guide For Students\u003c\/em\u003e by Waldo Selden Pratt is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 702 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\u003eThe History of Music: A Handbook and Guide for Students by Waldo Selden Pratt is a concise yet comprehensive overview of Western music history, designed for students and general readers. The book traces the development of music from ancient civilizations through the medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and early modern periods. It emphasizes key composers, stylistic changes, and cultural influences that shaped musical evolution. Organized for ease of study, it includes timelines, bibliographies, and suggested topics for further exploration. Pratt’s clear and structured approach makes this a foundational text for anyone seeking to understand the historical context of Western music.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBook details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waldo Selden Pratt\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 702\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 1907\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs The History of Music available in paperback or hardcover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes – \u003cem\u003eThe History of Music\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 The History of Music?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe History of Music is written by Waldo Selden Pratt.\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":67964666085487,"sku":"9789372251487","price":42.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":67964666118255,"sku":"9789372257649","price":72.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/2004\/0303\/files\/9789372251487.jpg?v=1792639829","url":"https:\/\/bookston.com\/products\/the-history-of-music-a-handbook-and-guide-for-students-gyan-books","provider":"Bookston","version":"1.0","type":"link"}