This edition brings together Mendelssohn's three most important sets of variations for piano: 17 Variations serieuses, Op. 54; Andante and Variations, Op. 82 and Andante and Variations, Op. 83. It offers the versions of the first editions in addition to earlier versions and drafts. Also includes facsimiles and critical commentary. Includes a preface in English and German and also performance notes.