Novel 'Music Against the Night' Explores Life of Early 19th Century Pianists

• Yiyun Li's novel 'Music Against the Night' focuses on the lives of early 19th century pianists John Field and Adelaide Percheron.
• The novel explores themes of ambition, memory, and music through the lens of these musicians.
• Philip Hensher argues in 'A History of the Novel in Britain' that historical novels may not endure over time.
• The novel is reviewed in both The Guardian and the Financial Times, highlighting its literary merit and historical context.