This early work on Studies In modern Music is a fascinating novel of the period and still an interesting read today. Chapters include; Music and Musical criticism: A discourse on method, Hector Berlioz and the French romantic movement, Robert Shumman and the romantic movement in Germany, Richard Wagner and the reform of the Opera. Illustrated throughout, this works will appeal to any one with an interest in music. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900's and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.