Great Italian and French Composers: Palestrina to Massenet is a book written by George Titus Ferris in 1895. The book is a comprehensive guide to the most notable composers of Italian and French classical music from the Renaissance period to the late 19th century. It covers the lives, works, and achievements of renowned composers such as Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, Claudio Monteverdi, Antonio Vivaldi, Giuseppe Verdi, and Jules Massenet, among others. The book provides a detailed analysis of each composer's musical style, influences, and contributions to the development of Italian and French classical music. It also includes biographical sketches, anecdotes, and historical context to help readers understand the cultural and artistic milieu in which these composers lived and worked. Overall, Great Italian and French Composers: Palestrina to Massenet is an informative and engaging book that offers a fascinating insight into the world of classical music and the lives of some of its most celebrated figures. It is an ideal read for music lovers, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of Italian and French classical music.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.