""The Death of Anton Webern: A Drama in Documents"" is a book written by Hans Moldenhauer that explores the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of the famous Austrian composer Anton Webern. The book presents a collection of documents, including police reports, witness statements, and personal letters, that shed light on the events leading up to Webern's death. Webern was shot dead by an American soldier in September 1945, shortly after the end of World War II. The book examines the conflicting accounts of what happened that night and the subsequent investigation. It also delves into the political and cultural climate of the time, with a focus on the tensions between the occupying American forces and the local population. Moldenhauer's writing is meticulous and detailed, and he presents the evidence in a clear and compelling manner. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and death of one of the most important composers of the 20th century, and raises important questions about the nature of art, politics, and justice. Overall, ""The Death of Anton Webern"" is a thought-provoking and engaging read for anyone interested in music, history, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.