A comprehensive biography of eighteenth-century Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart that chronicles his life, his music, and the mystery concerning his death and burial.
portraits of exceptional individuals and an examination of our extraordinariness
Gardner, Howard
1997
Explains why three reoccuring characteristics must be present in someone's personality if they are going to become extraordinary and discusses how people can develop those characteristics.
Mozart, The magic flute, and the Salzburg Marionettes
Switzer, Ellen Eichenwald
1995
A retelling of Mozart's opera "The Magic Flute," including a biographical section about Mozart and a behind-the-scenes account of a performance of the work by the Salzburger Marionettentheater, illustrated with photographs.
An illustrated introduction to eighteenth-century Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, discussing the influences and historical events that shaped his life and work.
Presents a brief biography of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on his childhood, his education, and his musical accomplishments.
Describes his triumphant tours across Europe as a child prodigy, his servitude under the Prince-Archbishops of Salzburg and the tragedy of his early death.
