This essay by Leon Botstein explores the parallels and divergences between Vladimir Nabokov and Igor Stravinsky, focusing on their shared Russian heritage, their experiences as exiles, and their contributions to modernism. It examines their views on art, time, and the role of the reader and listener, highlighting their connections to Russian traditions and their influence on Western culture. The essay also delves into their personal backgrounds, relationships with other émigrés, and their respective approaches to form and aesthetics.
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