Camilla: A Tale of a Violin, Being the Artist Life of Camilla Urso (1874)

Camilla: A Tale of a Violin is a biographical novel written by Charles Barnard in 1874. The book tells the story of Camilla Urso, a famous violinist from the 19th century. The novel follows Camilla's life, from her early childhood in France to her rise to fame as a virtuoso violinist in America. The novel is written in a narrative style, with Barnard using fictional characters and events to help tell Camilla's story. Throughout the book, the reader learns about Camilla's struggles and triumphs, including her battle with illness, her love of music, and her relationships with her family and friends. Camilla: A Tale of a Violin is not only a biography of Camilla Urso but also a reflection on the power of music and the importance of pursuing one's passions. The book provides a glimpse into the life of a talented musician during a time when women were often discouraged from pursuing careers in the arts. Overall, Camilla: A Tale of a Violin is a captivating and inspiring read for anyone interested in music, history, or the lives of remarkable women.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.