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The Piano Shop on the Left Bank

Discovering a Forgotten Passion in a Paris Atelier

By Thad Carhart

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| Hardcover | 9780375503047

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Book Description

Thad Carhart never realized there was a gap in his life until he happened upon Desforges Pianos, a demure little shopfront in his Pairs neighborhood that seemed to want to hide rather than advertise its wares. Like Alice in Wonderland, he found his attempts to gain entry rebuffed at every turn. AnContinue

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Piano 101, by way of a memoir

As proved in the book--a chronicle of the author's discovery of a mysterious piano shop in his quarter in Paris--a passion opens up a new world and drives one to live beyond their ordinary life. In this case, the world is a closed network centred around a piano restorer who exquisitely dealt with pi ... (continue)

As proved in the book--a chronicle of the author's discovery of a mysterious piano shop in his quarter in Paris--a passion opens up a new world and drives one to live beyond their ordinary life. In this case, the world is a closed network centred around a piano restorer who exquisitely dealt with pianos from last centuries and from where the book travels to a fabulous introduction the intricate construction and mechanism of the piano, piano tuning, piano lessons, and many more eye-opening experiences such like an unforgettable visit in the factory a prestigious maker Fazioli in Italy.

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minneville said on Sep 8, 2010 | Add your feedback

This is a wonderful story of a man who rediscovers his love of pianos. Anyone who truly appreciates music will love this book.

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Missmath144 said on Jan 21, 2010 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

In France it is very difficult to gain access to small businesses without a personal introduction and it is just such a small business that the author becomes invloved with. He captures wonderfully the friendship, enthusiasm and humour of his new friend Luc. An enchanting book and all the more inter ... (continue)

In France it is very difficult to gain access to small businesses without a personal introduction and it is just such a small business that the author becomes invloved with. He captures wonderfully the friendship, enthusiasm and humour of his new friend Luc. An enchanting book and all the more interesting if you happen to be musical and play the piano.

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Lindyloumac said on Dec 4, 2009 | Add your feedback