The Violin Maker - by John Marchese (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>This stunning narrative explores the historic craftsmanship behind the building of a violin and shows how a simple piece of wood becomes the king of instruments.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>How does a simple piece of wood become the king of instruments?</p><p>The violin does something remarkable, magical, and evocative. It is capable of bringing to life the mathematical marvels of Bach, the moan of a Gypsy melody, the wounded dignity of Beethoven's Concerto in D Major. No other instrument is steeped in such a rich brew of myth and lore--and yet the making of a violin starts with a simple block of wood. <em>The Violin Maker</em> takes the reader on a journey as that block of wood, in the hands of a master craftsman, becomes an instrument to rival one made by the greatest master of all time.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"A beguiling journalistic meditation on the links--and tensions--between art, craft and connoisseurship."--<em>Publishers Weekly</em><br><br>"A deeply descriptiveand appreciative look at a slow, exacting craft. Marchese is a skilled writer."--<em>USA Today</em><br><br>"An edifying adventure from hewn log to work of art. On pitch reporting documents an inspiring craft."--<em>Kirkus Reviews</em><br><br>"An impassioned account...shows what magic is secretly being practiced behind many nondescript doors."--<em>New York Times</em><br><br>"Entertaining...(Marchese) shows a talent for engaging turns of phrase, and his accessible style and dry humor commingle well."--<em>Library Journal</em><br><br>"Like The Piano Shop on the Left Bank, THE VIOLIN MAKER is easy, entertaining, and uniquely informative reading.--<em>Booklist</em><br><br>"Marchese is engaging and funny and he uses his substantial skill to tell a story worthy of his subjects."--<em>Newsweek</em><br><br>"Strikes a high note, with rich overtones on the themes of art, creation, and the power of music.--<em>Entertainment Weekly</em><br><br>"A magical, profound and elegant look at the continued need for high quality in our throw away society."--Douglas Brinkley, Professor of History at Tulane University and author of THE GREAT DELUGE<br><br>"Engaging...[In] the tradition of John McPhee and Tracy Kidder, John Marchese wittily deconstructs the capacious lore of violin-making."--Ben Yagoda, author of About Town: The New Yorker and the World It Made and When You Catch an Adjective, Kill It: The Parts of Speech, for Better and/or Worse<br><br>"Honest, witty and dramatic. A thoroughly gripping read."--The Strad<br><br>"Informative. Insights (into) why classical music's most analyzed instrument retains so many mysteries.--San Diego Union-Tribune<br><br>"Well researched...an appreciation for the ability and dedication of a man working with his hands."--Hartford Courant<br><br>"You don't have to be a fiddler to enjoy this small gem of a book. A fine, informative read."--Santa Fe New Mexican<br>
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