A sweeping narrative of the greatest craftsman that ever lived and what became of the instruments he made.
Everyone knows of the legendary quality and unbelievable price tag of a Stradivarius violin. In this, the first popular account of the Stradivari phenomena, Toby Faber explores the life and methods of this unsurpassed craftsman.
Following the life of his instruments as they pass through the hands of many of the greatest musicians that have ever lived, we learn how and why they have become objects of such veneration and desire. It is a dramatic tale of grand artistry, fantastic music, shady dealers, forgery and science.
By:
Toby Faber Imprint: Pan Country of Publication: United Kingdom Edition: New edition Dimensions:
Height: 196mm,
Width: 131mm,
Spine: 20mm
Weight: 220g ISBN:9780330492591 ISBN 10: 0330492594 Pages: 295 Publication Date:01 August 2005 Recommended Age: From 18 years Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Language:Lingala Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Toby Faber was born in Cambridge in 1965 and now lives in London with his wife and daughter. This is his first book.
Reviews for Stradivarius: Five Violins, One Cello and a Genius
"""'fascinating, accessible and enjoyable' - Tracy Chevallier"""