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Shostakovich: The Man and His Work is a rich and compelling biography of one of the most famous composers of all time. Author Ivan Martynov brings together extensive research, including interviews and conversations with Shostakovich himself, to shed light on the man behind the music.
This edition was translated from Russian by T. Guralsky and includes a list of musical works.
This edition was translated from Russian by T. Guralsky and includes a list of musical works.
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