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Spring 1747, Potsdam, Prussia. Johann Sebastian Bach reluctantly visits the court of Frederick II, Europe's most ambitious and dangerous leader. The two men could hardly be more different. As the Age of Englightenment dawns, they stand in opposite camps. Back is deeply religious, Frederick an athiest. Bach loathes war, Frederick revels in it. Bach studies scripture. Frederick reads military history. However, Frederick remains in awe of Bach's genius and has mischievously prepared a musical conundrum that he hopes will baffle the composer and amuse his court. The explosive events of the following days could not have been predicted by either man--back cover.
"This edition was published to coincide with the West End production in February 2025"--back cover.