The Secret Of The Stradivarius (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162707945)

The Secret of the Stradivarius is a captivating book written by Hugh Conway that delves into the mystery surrounding the world-renowned Stradivarius violin. The story revolves around a young musician named Richard Marlowe who becomes the proud owner of a Stradivarius violin. However, he soon realizes that his prized possession is cursed, and anyone who comes into contact with it suffers from misfortune and tragedy.As Richard tries to uncover the secrets behind the violin, he uncovers a dark and sinister past that involves murder, betrayal, and greed. He travels to Italy to learn more about the history of the Stradivarius and meets a beautiful Italian woman who helps him in his quest.The book is a thrilling mystery that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. It is full of twists and turns, and the author does an excellent job of keeping the suspense alive until the very end. The characters are well-developed, and the story is rich in detail, making it easy for readers to immerse themselves in the world of the Stradivarius.Overall, The Secret of the Stradivarius is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery. It is a well-written and engaging book that will leave readers wanting more.Seeing me turn towards him, he sprang from his seat, and before I could speak, snatched the fiddle from my hands, replacing it at once in its case; then closing the cover, he heaved a deep sigh of relief. I had no time to entreat, remonstrate, or resist; but as he took the fiddle from me, all wish to distinguish myself in a line that was not my own left me, and I almost laughed aloud at the folly and presumption of which I had been mentally guilty. Yet it was strange -- very strange.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Hugh Conway
ISBN-10: 1162707941
ISBN-13: 9781162707945
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 22
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.13lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.05d