Popular Biography. Omnibus Press. Biography / MUSIC BISAC, Biography/Composers and Musicians. Softcover. 320 pages. Omnibus Press #OP52844. Published by Omnibus Press
ISBN 1847725872. 6.25x9.25 inches.
Author Robert Sherlaw Johnson discusses all Messiaen's main works, exploring his musical language, the development of his technique, his individual approach to harmony and rhythm, the theological and symbolic aspects of his music, and his use of birdsong.