Goodbye Russia

Set against the backdrop of exile and upheaval, Fiona Maddocks's book explores the life of Sergei Rachmaninoff as he navigated the challenges of leaving Russia and reinventing himself in America. Drawing on a range of sources, it offers a nuanced view of the composer as an emigré artist, culminating in his poignant final masterpiece, "Symphonic Dances." This biography provides a compelling look at Rachmaninoff's enduring connection to his homeland and his creative legacy.