Sergei Prokofiev

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The biography delves into Sergei Prokofiev's remarkable journey from the enchanting realm of Tsarist Russia to his extensive experiences in America and Europe, ultimately leading to his controversial return to Moscow in 1936 amidst the Soviet regime. Utilizing previously inaccessible Russian-language sources and archival materials, Harlow Robinson explores the complexities of Prokofiev's life and career, culminating in the poignant irony of his death on the same day as Josef Stalin, his main adversary.