Toscanini Harvey Sachs 1978 UNCORRECTED PROOF Weidenfeld Nicolson Rare ARC

by Harvey Sachs

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Toscanini — Harvey Sachs Scarce pre-publication uncorrected proof copy of Harvey Sachs's landmark biography of conductor Arturo Toscanini, issued by Weidenfeld & Nicolson in 1978. Unlike the commercially published hardcover edition, this copy survives in the publisher's distinctive orange proof wrappers, prominently printed: “Proof copy from Weidenfeld & Nicolson — uncorrected and not for publication.” The front wrapper also announces a probable publication date of 19 October 1978, probable publication price of £10.00, and 16 pages of half-tone illustrations. Published in London by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. Copyright 1978 Harvey Sachs. ISBN 0-297-77492-1. Sachs's extensively researched biography examines Toscanini's life and career from Parma and Rio de Janeiro through La Scala, the Metropolitan Opera and his later international career, drawing upon correspondence, archival research and interviews with associates of the celebrated conductor. An unusual surviving pre-publication state of an important twentieth-century musical biography, particularly suitable for collectors of Arturo Toscanini, classical music history, Harvey Sachs, publishing ephemera, advance copies and uncorrected proofs. Condition: Good vintage condition. Original orange wrappers exhibit rubbing, scuffing, edge and corner wear, creasing and other signs of handling and age. Interior presents well overall. Please examine the photographs, which form part of the condition description. Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicol

• Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
• Year: 1978
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Good

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