Download or read book The Paderewski Memoirs written by Ignace Jan Paderewski and published by Da Capo Press, Incorporated. This book was released on 1980-10-21 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Paderewski Memoirs by Ignace Jan Paderewski and Mary Lawton written by Ignacy Jan Paderewski and published by . This book was released on 1939 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Paderewski Memoirs Part II 1914 1932 written by and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book The Paderewski Memoirs by and Mary Lawton written by Ignacy Jan Paderewski and published by . This book was released on 1938 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Helena Paderewska written by Maciej Siekierski and published by Hoover Press. This book was released on 2015-10-01 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The celebrated pianist Ignacy Jan Paderewski was the rave of Paris, London, and New York audiences in the early twentieth century, with annual concert tours across the continents. But during World War I, Paderewski set music aside and turned to politics, becoming an eloquent spokesman for the country of his birth, Poland, then occupied by the empires of Russia, Germany, and Austria. Through his fame as a musician, Paderewski gained access to the top political leadership of France, Britain, and the United States. His devoted wife and collaborator, Helena, facilitated and accompanied virtually his every move. Her memoirs, written in English for a US audience and as a tribute to the US contribution to the Allied victory and help in the restoration of Poland, are the story of this great international adventure. In addition to being the constant companion and confidante of her famous husband, Helena was a woman with a broad range of practical interests and commitments. Her humanitarian and social work projects ranged from a care home for elderly female veterans of the struggle for independence, to care homes and feeding stations for refugee children, to her flagship endeavor, the Polish White Cross, an organization with some twenty thousand members over which she presided. She is one of the key sources on the historical events in which she participated or her husband told her about.
Download or read book Pami tniki the Paderewski Memoirs Wyd 2 Spisa a Mary Lawton Prze o y y Wanda Lisowska i Teresa Mogilnicka Wst p Witold Rudzinski written by Ignacy Jan Paderewski and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Helena Paderewska written by Helena Paderewska and published by . This book was released on 2021-09-02 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In her memoirs, Helena Paderewska, wife of the celebrated pianist Ignacy Jan Paderewski, tells how she partnered with her husband to influence the course of history for their native Poland after World War I. Through his fame as a musician, Paderewski gained access to top political leadership and became an eloquent spokesman for the country of his birth, then divided among the empires of Germany, Russia, and Austro-Hungary. With Helena's support and collaboration, Paderewski succeeded in uniting the Polish American community and gaining the support of the Allied governments toward Polish independence. Helena's story represents a rare example of a woman's documenting the world of international politics during the Great War and its immediate aftermath. As Paderewski's companion, she facilitated and accompanied virtually his every move and was one of only several women present for the signing of the Treaty of Versailles. Her accounts are essential sources on the key historical events in which she and her husband participated.
Download or read book Memoirs 1910 1920 written by Helena Paderewska and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These memoirs of Helena Paderewska, wife of the celebrated pianist Ignacy Jan Paderewsky, tell the story of her husband's grassroots efforts to influence the course of history for their native Poland after World War I. She tells how, using his personal fame and charisma, Paderewski gained access to the top political leadership of France, Britain, and the United States and became an eloquent spokesman for the then-occupied country of his birth.
Download or read book Ignacy Paderewski written by Anita Prazmowska and published by Haus Publishing. This book was released on 2010-02-01 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The thirteenth of President Wilson's Fourteen Points of 1918 read: "An independent Polish state should be erected which should include the territories inhabited by indisputably Polish populations, which should be assured a free and secure access to the sea, and whose political and economic independence and territorial integrity should be guaranteed by international covenant." Ever since the Third Partition in 1795 brought Polish independence to an end, nationalists had sought the restoration of their country, and the Paris Peace Conference of 1919 did indeed produce the modern Polish state. The Western Allies saw a revived Poland as both a counter to German power and a barrier to the westward expansion of the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia—a role the Polish army fulfilled by defeating a Soviet invasion in 1920. But caught between two powers and composed of territory taken from both of them, Poland was vulnerable, and in 1939 it was divided up between the Soviet Union and Nazi Germany following the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. The highest profile Polish representative at the Conference was the pianist and politician Ignacy Paderewski (1860-1941), the "most famous Pole in the world", whose image had done much to promote the Polish cause in the West. But he was joined by the altogether less romantic figure of Roman Dmowski (1864-1939), whose anti-Semitic reputation Paderewski took pains to distance himself from when seeking support in the United States.
Download or read book Ignaz Jan Paderewski written by Edward Algernon Baughan and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-07-27 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: Ignaz Jan Paderewski by Edward Algernon Baughan
Download or read book The Lion of Poland written by Paul Hume and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-15 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Lion of Poland,' editors Paul Hume and Ruth Fox Hume present an expansive anthology that captures the essence of Polish history, culture, and spirit through a rich tapestry of literary forms. This collection exemplifies an unparalleled range of styles, from poignant memoirs to profound historical analysis, encapsulating the diverse narrative threads that weave the intricate fabric of Poland's heritage. Standout pieces within this anthology offer readers a kaleidoscopic view into the resilience and valor of the Polish people across centuries, highlighting seminal moments that have shaped the nation's identity and global perception. The contributing authors, under the astute editorship of the Humes, bring a wealth of experience and varied backgrounds that illuminate Poland's multifaceted narrative. These voices, some of which belong to distinguished historians, acclaimed writers, and insightful cultural commentators, collectively navigate the intersections of personal and national history, contributing to significant historical and cultural movements. Their combined contributions provide a deep and nuanced exploration of Polish pride, suffering, and triumph, marking this collection as a milestone in understanding Polands complex past and vibrant present. The Lion of Poland is an essential read for those who seek to delve into the heart of Polish culture and history through the eyes of those who have lived, studied, and narrated it with passion and depth. The anthology offers an exceptional opportunity to engage with a wide spectrum of perspectives, encouraging readers to appreciate the rich dialogue between Poland's past and present. For scholars, students, and anyone intrigued by the enduring spirit of Poland, this collection promises an enlightening journey through the many voices that have shaped its narrative.
Download or read book Paderewski written by Władysław Dulęba and published by Kosciuszko Foundation. This book was released on 1979 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Paderewski written by Adam Zamoyski and published by . This book was released on 2020-08-12 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Adam Zamoyski's book on Paderewski.. is a shrewd and lively account, the first solidly informed and reliable one, of a life that almost constitutes the last gasp of 1848 and its Romantic revolution... Paderewski brought off the very difficult feat of starting as Wunderkind and ending as grand old man, and Adam Zamoyski's biography does definitive justice to both sides.'Norman Stone, The Times Literary Supplement Hailed as a genius and national hero, likened to Einstein and Gandhi, Paderewski rose from provincial obscurity to become the most famous pianist in history - the twentieth century's first superstar - as well as Prime Minister of Poland. For more than fifty years, until his death in 1941, he was a household name, and all over the world "Paddymania" was rife. Audiences swooned - at least a dozen ladies had to be "carried out in a fainting condition" when he performed in Edinburgh in 1894; he was mobbed in Paris, London and all over America, besieged with love letters and proposals of marriage. Critics eulogized - James Huneker found his playing "totally overwhelming", and even George Bernard Shaw admitted that Paderewski's musical "intelligence" permitted him to seize ten nuances in a composition for every one the average pianist picked out. Advertisers swore by him; the press explored minutest details of his life. Heads of state received him - he played for Queen Victoria at Windsor, and for Woodrow Wilson at the White House; he was admired by politicians from Lloyd George to Mussolini, by artists from Conrad to Burne-Jones and Saint-Saëns. Why then, after his death, did Paderewski come to be largely forgotten? Adam Zamoyski sets out not only to reassess Paderewski's achievements, but to revive, with the help of new research, the astonishing story of his life. It is a story with elements of both the fairy tale and the melodrama, in which - despite the trials of his early life, his chaotic musical education, his tragic first marriage, and the initial hostility of audiences and critics - Paderewski's fanatical ambition to "do something for Poland" drives him to unprecedented success. Drawing on a wide range of contemporary sources, Zamoyski unravels facts from the legends that grew up around the pianist-statesman. He clarifies Paderewski's extreme personality, his complex romantic life, his musical and political careers; and above all he attempts to solve the mystery of his undeniable, irresistible power. 'Zamoyski ... has written a very readable and well researched account of a man who, despite massive success and a private life with more than its share of tragedy, never lost his sense of humour. It is a romantic story and the author tells it well.' The Literary Review 'The portrait of the elderly Paderewski, after his resignation, living in Switzerland surrounded by a bevy of adoring women, is particularly convincing - and very sad.' The Financial Times 'Adam Zamoyski has unearthed from many sources the true story of this remarkable man's achievements. Paderewski lives again in his immaculate phrasing and his entire life is examined in meticulous and rewarding detail.' Eastern Daily Press 'This is an excellent book for the general reader, and full of valuable sign-posts for specialists who want to follow up the amazing story in greater detail.' The Sunday Telegraph
