""Dmitri Shostakovich: The Life And Background Of A Soviet Composer"" by Victor Ilyich Seroff is a comprehensive biography of the renowned Soviet composer Dmitri Shostakovich. The book delves into the life and work of Shostakovich, providing a detailed account of his childhood, education, and career as a composer. It also explores the political and cultural environment of the Soviet Union during Shostakovich's lifetime, and the impact it had on his music. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different period of Shostakovich's life. It begins with his childhood and early musical training, then moves on to his emergence as a major composer in the 1930s. The book also covers Shostakovich's experiences during World War II, his relationship with the Soviet government, and his later years as a celebrated composer and public figure. Throughout the book, Seroff provides detailed analysis of Shostakovich's music, exploring its themes and influences. He also discusses the controversies surrounding Shostakovich's work, including the debates over his political allegiances and the meaning of his music. Overall, ""Dmitri Shostakovich: The Life And Background Of A Soviet Composer"" is a thorough and engaging biography that sheds light on the life and work of one of the most important composers of the 20th century. It will be of interest to music lovers, historians, and anyone interested in the cultural and political history of the Soviet Union.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.