One evening; journalist Eric Siblin attended a recital of Johann Sebastian Bachs Cello Suites and began an epic quest that would unravel three centuries of intrigue; politics; and passion. Winner of the Mavis Gallant Prize for Nonfiction and the McAuslan First Book Prize; The Cello Suites weaves together three dramatic narratives: the disappearance of Bachs manuscript in the eighteenth century; Pablo Casalss discovery and popularization of the music in Spain in the late-nineteenth century; and Siblins infatuation with the suites in the present day. The search led Siblin to Barcelona; where Casals; just thirteen and in possession of his first cello; roamed the backstreets with his father in search of sheet music and found Bachs lost suites tucked in a dark corner of a store. Casals played them every day for twelve years before finally performing them in public. Siblin pursues the mysteries that continue to haunt this music more than 250 years after its composers death: Why did Bach compose the suites for the cello; then considered a lowly instrument? What happened to the original manuscript? A seamless blend of biography and music history; The Cello Suites is a true-life journey of discovery; fueled by the power of these musical masterpieces.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Helpful with Family Tree ResearchBy LW_NMThis book has brought to life many scenes from my familys past in Brooklyn during the 1800s. Ive been doing family tree research. looking extensively at Census records. Those records provide street addresses and general areas within Brooklyn. but this book adds the missing visuals that bring it all into context. Excellent photo collection.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Super photos!By Frances BrunnerIf you are interested in what Brooklyn was like before it turned into the hipster mecca of today. you will be fascinated by this excellent book. Ive had family living in Brooklyn from the early 1900s until fairly recently. and was myself astonished at the wonderful photos of so many things I had never known existed.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy john albanesevery intersting
