John Sullivan Dwight, Brook-Farmer, Editor, And Critic Of Music

""John Sullivan Dwight, Brook-Farmer, Editor, and Critic of Music: A Biography"" is a book written by George Willis Cooke and published in 1898. The book is a detailed account of the life of John Sullivan Dwight, who was a prominent figure in the world of music criticism and journalism in the 19th century. Dwight was a Brook-Farmer, a member of a utopian community in Massachusetts, and he used his position as an editor of the Brook Farm journal to promote his ideas on music and culture. He was also a prolific writer on music, and his reviews and essays were highly influential in shaping the American musical landscape. The book provides a comprehensive look at Dwight's life, from his early years as a student at Harvard to his later years as a respected critic and editor. It explores his personal and professional relationships, his political and social beliefs, and his contributions to the development of American music criticism. Overall, ""John Sullivan Dwight, Brook-Farmer, Editor, and Critic of Music: A Biography"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of music criticism and journalism in America, as well as the cultural and social movements of the 19th century.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.