40,000 Years of Music: Man in Search of Music

The book is in good condition, with a sturdy binding and clean pages. There is no dust jacket present. The cover shows minor shelf wear, but the interior is well-preserved, with no inscriptions or library markings.

"40,000 Years of Music: Man in Search of Music" by Jacques Chailley, published by Farrar, Straus & Giroux in New York, 1964, is a profound exploration of the history of music. This First American Edition, translated from French by Rollo Myers, offers an in-depth look at the evolution of music over millennia. Jacques Chailley, a respected professor of music history at the Sorbonne, provides a scholarly yet accessible narrative that is essential for anyone interested in the origins and development of music. This edition is particularly notable for its comprehensive coverage and authoritative perspective, making it a valuable addition to any music historian's collection. The book is in good condition, with no inscriptions or library markings.