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The Voice of Nations: European National Anthems and Their Authors: 0034 (Contributions to the Study of Music and Dance)
F. Gunther Eyck
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hardcover. This study of European anthems analyzes their evolution as indicative of their culture, characteristics and histories of 15 different nations. It explores common themes such as the quest for liberty, independence, patriotism, national insurrection and self-determination. Series: Contributions to the Study of Music & Dance. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGG; WTM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 239 x 160 x 28. Weight in Grams: 546.
This first in-depth study of European national anthems analyzes their evolution as indicative of the culture, characteristics, and histories of the 15 different nations. Beyond these specific features, The Voice of Nations explores common themes such as the quest for liberty, independence, patriotism, national resurrection, and self-determination. The book also probes the reasons why these anthems are still in use and addresses their relevance in the era of European integration. Professor Eyck, a European-born historian, uses primary sources hitherto unavailable in this country and examines those anthems that were created spontaneously, rather than commissioned by rulers. Anthems included belong to ... Read more
This first in-depth study of European national anthems analyzes their evolution as indicative of the culture, characteristics, and histories of the 15 different nations. Beyond these specific features, The Voice of Nations explores common themes such as the quest for liberty, independence, patriotism, national resurrection, and self-determination. The book also probes the reasons why these anthems are still in use and addresses their relevance in the era of European integration. Professor Eyck, a European-born historian, uses primary sources hitherto unavailable in this country and examines those anthems that were created spontaneously, rather than commissioned by rulers. Anthems included belong to ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Praeger United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
Series
Contributions to the Study of Music & Dance
Number of Pages
264
Place of Publication
, United States
ISBN
9780313293207
SKU
V9780313293207
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About F. Gunther Eyck
F. GUNTHER EYCK, Distinguished Adjunct Professor in the School of International Service at the American University, has specialized in modern European history and contemporary foreign policies of West European countries./e Professor Eyck's teaching experience spans half a century and has been augmented by 27 years of service with the U.S. Government. His books include The Benelux Countries: A Historical Survey ... Read more
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