"Chopin's Heart: The Quest to Identify the Mysterious Illness of the World's Most Beloved Composer" (English Edition) [Kindle-editie] beoordelingen het boek quotes

This non-fiction work describes the controversy surrounding the recent attempts to unravel the mystery concerning the identity of the chronic illness suffered by the famous composer, Frédéric Chopin (1810-1839). The author delves into the historical details of Chopin's fascinating life looking for tell-tale clues that might shed light on the illness that began when the composer was just a teenager. The various hypotheses to explain this malady are discussed in detail and a conclusion proposed. There is also considerable discussion of the effect Chopin's disease had on his unique compositional style. The author, an experienced physician and Chopin scholar, is now collaborating with the Polish team of investigators who plan another attempt to gain access to Chopin's long-preserved heart now located in Warsaw.