My Many Years
My Many Years by Artur Rubinstein is a memoir published by Hamilton in 1987, spanning 626 pages and written in English. This edition serves as a continuation of Rubinstein’s earlier work, focusing on his life from 1917 to 1980. It begins with his experiences during a South American tour and includes his time in New York, followed by detailed accounts of his years in Paris during the 1920s and 1930s. The narrative also highlights significant personal moments, including his meeting with his future wife, Nela, and their escape from the Gestapo in France, ultimately leading to their settlement in Hollywood.
Readers will find a rich exploration of Rubinstein’s life as a celebrated pianist and social figure, detailing his interactions with the elite and his reflections on the artistic journey. The memoir delves into the complexities of an artist’s life, emphasizing the importance of utilizing one’s gifts. With its focus on biography and cultural experiences, this work provides insights into both Rubinstein’s personal and professional development throughout a transformative period in history.
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Rubinstein’s memoir is the continuation of his first earlier work which dealt with his childhood and early adult years. This work covers the year 1917 to 1980. It opens with an account of his South American tour, then goes on to tell of his brief time in New York. It then gives much space to his years in Paris in the 1920’s and 1930’s. It goes on to tell of his meeting his future wife Nela, their feeling the Gestapo in France and settling in Hollywood. As in Paris Rubinstein rapidly establishes himself as desired social figure and mingles with the social elite.Above all of course Rubinstein is a great master pianist. And he has much to say about the way an artist must use the gift which he has been given. This is a rich work and one most highly recommended.
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