Glenn GouldA Life in Pictures

Glenn Gould: A Life in Pictures
by Malcolm Lester, Tim Page

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Master cellist Yo-Yo Ma and Pulitzer Prize–winning music critic Page (The Glenn Gould Reader) provide the text for this large-format collection of photographs assembled by publisher Lester, former manager of the Glenn Gould Foundation and current literary adviser to the Glenn Gould Estate. Arranged more or less chronologically, these pictures span the entirety of Gould's brief life (1932–1982) and provide a unique perspective into his creativity as a pianist, composer and recording artist. The book is divided into four sections: in Overture, childhood snapshots reveal the growth of a keyboard prodigy; Bursting Forth soars with early accolades and triumphant tours; New Horizons depicts the mid-1960s, when Gould abandoned concerts to explore the possibilities of the recording studio; and Envoi uses scenes of his silent studio to depict his death, an age 50 finale. As the pictorial parade marches on, the result is like watching an old 16mm documentary film unspool, and Gould's fervor, evident in the photos, is amplified in attractive, appealing layouts. (Sept.)
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A unique perspective into [Gould's] creativity as a pianist, composer and recording artist.... attractive, appealing layouts. (Publishers Weekly 20071201)

Fabulous detail of Gould's life. (Lois Cooper Muskoka Today 200906)

A beautiful collection of more than 200 photographs.... For the many, many Gould fans, this is essential. Highly recommended. (Timothy J. McGee, Trent University Library Journal )

A must-have for any true fan of Glenn Gould. (Jane Heney Canadian Camera )

The first photographic treatment of [Gould]'s life and work, using private family pictures and rare photos from various official archives. (Scott McDonald Quill and Quire )

Captures the great pianist from his childhood through to his early death in 1982. (The National Post )

It is altogether a highly successful undertaking and a fitting and respectful tribute to its subject.... A must-have...for Gould fans (S. Timothy Maloney, University of Minnesota Notes )

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