Antiquity and the Middle Ages

The book is in good condition with a sturdy binding. There are no inscriptions or library markings. The cover shows minor wear consistent with age, and there is no dust jacket present. The pages are clean and free from annotations.

"Source Readings in Music History: Antiquity and the Middle Ages" by Oliver Strunk is a key scholarly resource published by W. W. Norton & Company, Inc. in 1965. This paperback edition features selected and annotated works by Strunk, a renowned musicologist from Princeton University. The book provides a comprehensive collection of primary sources on music from ancient times through the medieval period, making it an essential text for students and scholars of music history. Musical examples provided by Gordon Mapes enhance the depth of this academic work. Although this edition is a later printing, it remains a significant contribution to the field of musicology. The book is in good condition, with no markings or inscriptions, and shows typical signs of wear for its age. This edition is particularly useful for those interested in the evolution of musical thought and practice through historical texts.