Children of Bach
No. of pages 175
Published: 1995
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"Children of Bach" by Eilis Dillon is a poignant historical novel that revolves around the lives of Johann Sebastian Bach's children, exploring their struggles, ambitions, and the enduring legacy of their father. Set in the backdrop of 18th-century Germany, the story delves into the intense dynamics of the Bach family, highlighting the pressure faced by the children to live up to their father’s towering musical legacy. As they navigate their own paths in music and life, the narrative captures themes of creativity, loss, and the quest for identity amidst the shadow of one of history's greatest composers. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 175 pages in this book. This book was published in 1995 by Faber & Faber .
Eilis Dillon was born in Galway in 1920. Abandoning a career as a professional cellist, she turned to writing for adults and children, quickly earning an international reputation for both. Eilis lived in Italy for six years in the 1960s, then divided her time between Ireland and California, until her final years which were spent in Ireland. She died in Dublin in 1994.