The History Of The Violin, And Other Instruments Played On With The Bow From The Remotest Times To The Present (1864) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781104310523 : 110431052X : 13 Apr 2009 : The History of the Violin, and Other Instruments Played on with the Bow from the Remotest Times to the Present is a book written by William Sandys and published in 1864. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of the violin and other instruments that are played with a bow. Sandys traces the origins of these instruments from ancient times to the present day, discussing their development, construction, and evolution over time. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the different types of bows used, the materials used to make the instruments, and the various styles of music played on them. Sandys also provides detailed descriptions of some of the most famous violins and their makers, such as Stradivarius and Guarneri. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the histor