Hungarian-born musician (1881–1945) who, through his far-reaching endeavors as composer, performer, educator, and ethnomusicolgist, emerged as one of the most forceful and influential creative personalities of the twentieth century. Signed book: Mikrokosmos, Volume I. First edition. NY: Boosey & Hawkes, Inc., no date [1940]. Softcover, 9.25 x 12.25, 32 pages. boldly signed in fountain pen on the title page, which also bears a “review copy” ink stamp. A hint of minor handling wear to covers and mild toning, otherwise fine, clean condition. R&R COA.