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A Romance on Three Legs

Glenn Gould's Obsessive Quest for the Perfect Piano

Katie Hafner

"A Romance on Three Legs" is a captivating tale of Glenn Gould's unusual obsessions, particularly his love for a particular Steinway concert grand piano. From its discovery in a Toronto store to the tragic moment it was damaged, the book takes readers on a journey through the world of piano tuning, the construction of concert grands, and the history of Steinway & Sons during WWII. Complete with fresh details and clarifications of old mysteries, this book is a must-read for music lovers and Gould fans alike.
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Publish Date
2008-06-10T00:00:00.000Z
2008-06-10T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.01
based on 1k ratings
ISBN
9781596915244
Categories
MusicArtNonfiction
Recommendations
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Sue Desmond-Hellmann
2020-09-03T21:27:03.000Z
And a gem of a book. I loved #ARomanceOnThreeLegs     – source
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