The Violin is George Dubourg’s wide-ranging account of the king of instruments, surveying its history, its great makers, and its most eminent players from the earliest times. The book gathers a wealth of information, anecdote, and practical hints for amateurs into an affectionate tribute to the violin.
Dubourg traces the development of the instrument, describes the celebrated Italian makers, and recounts the lives and feats of the famous virtuosos who carried its art to perfection. He includes advice for players and a generous store of stories. As one of the early popular histories of the violin, the book remains an entertaining and informative companion for players and admirers of the instrument.