The Concise Oxford History of Music

Great Britain: Oxford University Press, 1986. Trade Paperback. This book provides an account of the history of music as scholarly, as up to date, and as complete as is possible within the confines of a single volume. The author, one of the most highly regarded contemporary writers on music, shares his knowledge of composters and compositions and his insight into the historical development of styles. The judgements are penetrating and the richness of content demands - and rewards - continuous attention. Dr. Abrhaham covers the whole history of music from its first recorded emergence in early civilizations to the death of Stravinsky. He also discusses non-Western music - that of Eastern Asia, India, Islam and Africa. He provides numerous music examples and the book is illustrated with plates throughout. Illustrated. 968 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Academic Literature.) . Reprint. Soft Cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Trade Paperback.