Sketch of the Life and Works of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy is a biographical book written by Julius Benedict in 1850. The book provides a detailed account of the life and works of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, a German composer, pianist, and conductor of the Romantic era. The author delves into Mendelssohn's early life, his family background, education, and musical training. Benedict also explores Mendelssohn's musical career, including his compositions, performances, and collaborations with other notable composers of his time. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of Mendelssohn's musical style, his contributions to the development of music in the Romantic era, and his lasting impact on the music world. Overall, Sketch of the Life and Works of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the life and works of this iconic composer.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.