Melomaniacs (1917)

Melomaniacs is a book written by James Huneker and published in 1917. The book is a collection of essays and critiques on music and musicians, written by Huneker over the course of his career as a music critic. The essays cover a range of topics, from the works of classical composers such as Beethoven and Wagner, to the contemporary music of the early 20th century.Huneker's writing style is known for its wit and humor, and he often uses his essays to share personal anecdotes and opinions about the music he is discussing. He also provides historical context and analysis of the music, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in music history and criticism.Overall, Melomaniacs is a fascinating look at the world of music in the early 20th century, written by one of the most influential music critics of his time. It is a must-read for music lovers and historians alike.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.