Markof

The Russian Violinist (1879)

von Henry Greville

484 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Markof: The Russian Violinist is a historical novel written by Henry Greville in 1879. The story revolves around the life of a talented Russian violinist named Markof, who rises to fame in the early 19th century. The book follows his journey from a young boy with a passion for music to a renowned musician who performs for the Russian aristocracy.Markof's life is not without its challenges, however. He faces obstacles such as poverty, political unrest, and personal tragedies that threaten to derail his career. Despite these setbacks, Markof perseveres and becomes one of the most celebrated violinists of his time.The novel is set against the backdrop of the tumultuous political climate of 19th-century Russia, which adds depth and complexity to the story. Greville's vivid descriptions of the music, culture, and society of the time provide readers with a rich and immersive reading experience.Overall, Markof: The Russian Violinist is a captivating tale of passion, perseverance, and triumph over adversity. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, music lovers, and anyone who appreciates a good underdog story.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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Geschichte anderer geografischer Gruppierungen
• ISBN: 9781120323583
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 15.10.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC