"The scholarship of Michael Spitzer's new book is impressive and thorough. The writing is impeccable and the coverage extensive. The book treats the history of the use of metaphor in the field of classical music. It also covers a substantial part of the philosophical literature.…
"Beethoven's late style is epitomized by his ninth symphony, the Missa Solemnis, the Diabelli Variations, the Bagatelles, as well as five piano sonatas, five string quartets, and several smaller piano works. Historically, these works are seen as forging a bridge between the Clas…
Beethoven's late style is epitomized by his ninth symphony, the "Missa Solemnis", as well as five piano sonatas, five string quartets, a mass, and several smaller piano works. This book examines these late works in light of the musical and philosophical writings of Theodor Adorn…