Grand Obsession: A Piano Odyssey
by Perri Knize
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Author: Perri KnizeEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2009-06-02
ISBN: 0743276396
Number of pages: 384
Publisher: Scribner
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Book Review: A terrific read, even for the non-pianist
Summary: 5 Stars
What a terrific read! As a piano player, I'm barely above Chopsticks, yet the author's fascination with the instrument and her ability to translate that into a compelling story are phenomenal and made me want to keep turning page after page. Her triumphs brought tears of joy, and her travails were truly anxiety provoking. I found myself rooting for her success, not a common occurrence with any book, least of all onw with so simple a premise. Unforgettable! Five stars are too few for this one.
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