THE FIRST VIOLIN ~ Jessie Fothergill HC circa 1908 Vintage Romance Novel

Description: THE FIRST VIOLINA Novelby Jessie Fothergill____________________________Pictorial hardcover no dust jacket; 365 pages; Size Approx. 5 X 7 1/2.Published by Hurst & Company; undated, circa 1908.Details: This is a vintage, victorian romance novel, in a green cloth binding with a lovely small paste-down picture of a young lady amidst black and gilt decorations."Oh, this glorious book! Having finished I had to go back and reread my favorite passages. This is the kind of book that leaves you unable and unwilling to start another book for fear it won't be as good. In fact, I'm sure that anything I pick up after this will seem 'lesser'."May Wedderburn wishes to escape from the unwanted attentions of Sir Peter Le Marchant and when she befriends a kindly neighbor, she is given an offer of a lifetime. Become a companion to Miss Hallam, traveling with her to Elberthal and there receive musical training for her voice. It is more than May ever dared dream. "Among the first encounters she makes in Germany is the acquaintance of the charming and mysterious Eugen Courvoisier. There is romance of the kind I so adore, it is a Bennett-Darcy romance, in that the two seem to be at cross purpose, but cannot seem to avoid the spin of gravity that pulls them together while pushing them apart."Jessie Fothergill has a fluid and captivating writing style and never bores the reader. She also knows her classical music and weaves it into the tale with precision and finesse. Again, I was never bored with the musical passages. I could easily picture the hall, the musicians, the excitement of the audience, the nerves of the performers–in short, I was so yearning to be there that I often put youtube to playing the music she mentioned while I was reading those chapters." ~ goodreads book reviewA fine addition for your bookshelf, and a nice book to display!Condition: Light wear with a little fraying at spine ends, inscription in front, a few smudges, otherwise in very good condition with a solid binding and mostly clean pages. Note: The letter/number at the end of the title line for this listing is just an inventory code for locating the book. Free Domestic Economy Shipping! Check out my other items!Be sure to add me to your favorites list! About Us:Rivendell Antiquarian Books sells used rare, vintage and collectable books predominantly from pre 1970. We have been sellers of antiquarian books for over 20 years, and our experience helps ensure quality descriptions of our rare and collectable books. 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Price: 26.95 USD

Location: Schenectady, New York

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