Welcome!
Welcome to the online exhibition of Henry F. Chorley's 1854 book Modern German Music, Vol. 1. This site will explore the history of this book-- from the author, content, and reception it received to the physical aspects such as paper, binding, and more. Use the navigation bar above to visit different areas of the site. On the H.F. Chorley page you will find information about the author. On the Production page you will find buttons that will take you to separate pages that provide information on the paper, type, printing, and binding of the volume. The Distribution page will discuss book selling in 19th century England, and the Reception page offers an interesting look at the response to Chorley's publication. On the Preservation page you will find a short discussion of the preservation of this book (present and future).
I have hyperlinked certain words throughout this site to outside sites when I use trade terms or other vocabulary that may require a specific definition. Additionally, when I reference a specific author, you will find that resource listed on the References page. I have also included additional sources that provide further information on certain subjects discussed on this site, should you be interested in doing more reading on any of these topics.
Enjoy your exploration of Modern German Music!
*And please do forgive my photography. I am far from a professional and certainly don't do this piece of art the justice it deserves.
I have hyperlinked certain words throughout this site to outside sites when I use trade terms or other vocabulary that may require a specific definition. Additionally, when I reference a specific author, you will find that resource listed on the References page. I have also included additional sources that provide further information on certain subjects discussed on this site, should you be interested in doing more reading on any of these topics.
Enjoy your exploration of Modern German Music!
*And please do forgive my photography. I am far from a professional and certainly don't do this piece of art the justice it deserves.