Ah! I've - skimmed this book, anyway and think it good :)
358337
This is, I am guessing, the German translation (by Dieter Lehmann; Ernst Kuhn, published by Verlag Neue Musik, Berlin, 1985, judging from the date given here?) of a book originally released by Muzyka in 1981.  I have read - well... skimmed, on interloan from a library... - only the German version (within the limits of my understanding of German which is, however, better than my Russian...)  A -very- good book with a whole lot of interesting documentary information about this teacher and composer, about whom too little, I think, has been written (though a new book- the first in English- came out just in the last year or so-- a book I really hope to read.

I should add that for those who, like me, have become fans of the composer (in my case from hearing his cello concerto a few times and then some of his symphonies and string quartets- from LPs at the university library at the time... - and then... well, one does get hooked...) - Alexei Ikonnikov's biography was translated into English (translated in 1946, as "Myaskovsky: His Life and Work") and is well worth reading (it is listed on Amazon too) but is of course incomplete and biased (which also of course is true of no other biography ever written.) More seriously and back to point, Gulinskaia's has at least one issue, probably more, but I'd draw attention to some questions I have specifically- when was his (very fine) symphony 2 (C-sharp minor, Op. 11) premiered (she gives 1913, other reliable and more contemporary-to-the-fact sources give 1912 with a different location and conductor? When was symphony no. 3 in A minor premiered (can't seem to work that out at all, I think...- I gather possibly not until the same concert as symphony 4 some years later, but I'm not positive? If this information is in Gulinskaia's book I missed it alas. But much useful and interesting information is. For those whose German is better than mine I suspect you fill find a lot more than just individual bits of information, of course, e.g. biographical narrative...) I'd like to see a comparison with the most recent book on Myaskovsky highlighting their similarities, differences, and how well they achieve those goals they have in common (and what goals do and don't they have in common?...) but that would have to come from someone who unlike me, could read both languages and has read both books well. Until then, based on what I've read of this book and if you are interested in this composer- recommendable.

(It's also a source for the German Wikipedia articles on Myaskovsky, so I'm not the only person who finds it well-done...)
1378151
I know I bought this and read it, but I can't remember much about it. (granted it's been a while!) 3 stars :(
1070616
It took a while to finish, and I skipped a few chapters that didn't seem relevant, but overall I am pleased with the result. I made several notes I'll refer to again I think.
2824748
I got this from the library so as not to add to my book collection. ;) It was an easy read and I spent most of a day or two finishing it up. While I am not a hoarder (yet) I recognized that I have hoarders in my family and I may have a tendency in that direction. I find it hard to discard things if I can imagine a potential use for it. After reading this book and understanding my tendency toward indecision, I had an epiphany of sorts. I feel recharged and ready to fill up my roll out trash container. But I might donate the books to the library to let them live on..... in someone else's home.
3762512
Let me begin by assuring my reader that I did read the entire book . For the moment, until I have more time and revisit this review, let me just say that I learned a good deal and enjoyed his book and can recommend it.
2558790
I kinda liked this book but may need some improvement on wording, overall it is not so bad, in my opinion.
4395073
Husband has read it, I have not.  He says it is pretty good.
4816007
I haven't read this book..LOL - but let me review it before I buy it.
(1) It good.
(2) It ain't really fiction, folks.
(3) You should believe me
(4) See #3
2488015
I usually don't take the time to review stuff, but since most people just complain rather than compliment, I'd thought I'd mention that this was a good book.  Quick, concise and to the point, which I appreciate. Def recommend it.

Thanks for the good info.
2402897
I have been told that I read fairly quickly, but I am not necessarily a speed reader.  I decided to check this out, to see if I can learn any tips on how to read more quickly, while still retaining everything.

There is some very good advice for anyone that wants to be more efficient while reading, in both time and retention (which also saves you time, since you don't have to re-read things to get them).  It helped me realize that some of my reading habits are slowing me down, and by eliminating them, I have definitely picked up my reading pace already.
1764380
I really enjoyed it and could related to a lot of things in this book. There are some things that could easily be argued from another perspective, but overall I would say it was good. It's written more in layman's terms than some other books on the topic, so it was easier to understand.
382288
It has been informative, the information is somewhat like other things I have heard or read though. I would recommend it.
3444037
Just skimmed the book thus far and it looks pretty good from what I can see. Well worth the small amount paid.
2891657
I read it.  I liked it enough to finish it, and let me assure you I have no problem at all not finishing a book.
2232581
Thanks for asking, I found that all the snipets I have come across regarding this book pretty much was the book. Still enjoyed it though.
4632984
It's not a bad book. (I'm British, so that's praise indeed). The idea is perhaps worth a little better than the writing it's been graced with, but it was a fairly quick enjoyable read which left me thinking about it afterwards.
3755693
There's nothing wildly originally here, but it was still enjoyable. I read it for free, but I think I'll actually buy it.
There were a few typos, but it didn't distract too badly. I'm planning on trying another book by this author, if that tells you anything.