One of the great musical geniuses of the nineteenth century, Franz Liszt was a towering figure in the world of classical music. In this authoritative biography, Jean Chantavoine explores the life and legacy of the virtuoso pianist, composer, and conductor, from his dazzling performances to his tempestuous love affairs and his influential role in the development of modern music. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.