Paganini by Bernard Capes (1922)
Paganini was a virtuoso violinist and composer who lived in the early 19th century. This vignette provides an overview of his life, including his early years, his rise to fame, and his later years. Please provide your question or request.
By Bernard Capes · First published 1922 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Biography, Classical Music · 2,306 words
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It was in Florence that Baronte at last ran to earth that terrific secret which for ten long months had eluded and maddened him. Here, in the summer of 1819, was present once again that fiend incarnate of melody, that monster Paganini -- and more astounding, more inexplicable than ever. He had taken the city captive as utterly as any Marmaldo; he drew its people, extravagantly laughing and sobbing, in the wake of his devil's music. And Florence was Baronte's native town, and it was here, he had felt, that his quest must end, though even at the gates of Death. And, behold! Fate, even in the shadow of his reason's overthrow, had vouchsafed him at length and at least an approximate solution of the mystery.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Bernard Capes
- Date: 1922 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Biography, Classical Music
- Length: 2,306 words
- Structure: 1 section, 30 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is part of Historical Vignettes series and its primary themes constitute historic events and figures.
- Biography — This book is based on Paganini, a real-life figure, and outlines his life and experiences.
- Classical Music — The book is centered on Paganini, a renowned violinist and composer, hence, the recurring theme of classical music.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Biography · Music · Romance · Classic · Fiction · Italy · 19th Century · Napoleonic Wars · Violin · Art · Culture