Lisztomania
Lisztomania (pronounced: liz-toh-may-nee-uh) is a term that originated in the 19th century to describe the intense fan frenzy directed towards Franz Liszt, a Hungarian composer and pianist. The term is derived from the surname of Franz Liszt, "Liszt", and the Greek word "mania", meaning madness or frenzy.
Etymology
The term "Lisztomania" was coined by the German romantic literary figure Heinrich Heine in a review of Liszt's 1844 Paris concerts. The term is a combination of "Liszt", referring to the composer Franz Liszt, and "-mania", a suffix used in medical terminology to denote a pathological state of mind.
Description
Lisztomania was characterized by intense levels of hysteria demonstrated by fans, akin to the modern phenomena of Beatlemania or the obsession with celebrities in popular culture. It was the first time in history when a musician had such a fanatic following. Symptoms included fainting, fits of hysteria, and even self-harm among female fans.
Related Terms
- Beatlemania: A term used to describe the intense fan frenzy directed towards the Beatles during the 1960s.
- Fandom: A term used to refer to a subculture composed of fans characterized by a feeling of empathy and camaraderie with others who share a common interest.
- Celebrity Worship Syndrome: An obsessive-addictive disorder in which a person becomes overly involved with the details of a celebrity's personal and professional life.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lisztomania
- Wikipedia's article - Lisztomania
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