The Leonard Bernstein Letters edited by Nigel Simeone " review
This cleverly edited collection of letters reveals an attractive, deeply humane and energetic man. Just don't be tempted to listen to his recordsLike many figures eminent in their time through a grasp of the zeitgeist and a powerful personality, Leonard Bernstein's reputation has not worn well. Future generations may wonder why it was Bernstein who conducted the Berlin concerts in December 1989 to celebrate the fall …