*The Concise Baker's Biographical Dictionary of Musicians* by Nicolas Slonimsky. Of course it's not limited to a single composer, but at almost 1,400 pages it is packed with a lot of good information. And the author's style is very charming.
There is a copy now of eBay for less than 10 bucks with shipping.
Highly recommended.
There is a copy now of eBay for less than 10 bucks with shipping.
Highly recommended.