The Older Liszt

Franz Liszt is well known for his early years as''super-star'' pianist who excited audiences throughout Europe, but his laterlife is also of great interest. In his final 25 years he sought to achieve hislife''s aims of promoting new forms of music and giving stronger witness to hisChristian faith, while continuing to support his stalwart life partner PrincessCarolyne. However, he was to face unexpected problems in the continued negativereception of his music and recrimination in his closest relationship.

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