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Stradivarius

Five Violins, One Cello and a Genius

Toby Faber

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Lingala
Pan
01 August 2005
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.

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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:  
Recommended Age:   From 18 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  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"""


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