Moscow Nights by Nigel Cliff
The Van Cliburn Story: How One Man and His Piano Transformed the Cold War
Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, this captivating narrative chronicles the extraordinary journey of American pianist Van Cliburn, who captured the hearts of both the Soviet Union and the world with his stunning victory at the inaugural International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow in 1958. Through a blend of historical context and personal anecdotes, the story delves into the cultural and political tensions of the era, highlighting how Cliburn's music transcended ideological divides and fostered a rare moment of unity and hope during a time of global uncertainty.
Purchase from
Bookshop.org
- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- Unknown
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-450
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
- No ratings yet
- Alternate Titles
- None
This book is not currently on any lists.