One autumn evening, immediately after concluding his role as a pop music critic, Eric Siblin attended a concert of Johann Sebastian Bach's Cello Suites - and fell deeply in love. Thus began a quest that would unravel three centuries of mystery, intrigue, history, politics, and passion. The Cello Suites combine three dramatic narratives: the first involves Bach and the lost manuscript of the suites, the second, the legendary Catalan cellist Pablo Casals and the historic discovery of the music, and finally, his own obsession. From the backstreets of Barcelona to archives, festivals, and conferences, even cello lessons, Siblin seeks to uncover the puzzles that still haunt this enchantingly beautiful music.

Pages: 336, Dimensions: 13x13cm