On Two Strings (1894)

By Norman Rowland Gale

Book Overview

On Two Strings is a novel written by Norman Gale in 1894. The story revolves around two young boys, Tom and Dick, who live in a small village in England. Tom is a skilled violinist, while Dick is a talented cricket player. The boys come from very different backgrounds, with Tom's family being wealthy and Dick's family struggling to make ends meet.Despite their differences, the boys become close friends and form a bond over their shared love of music and sports. They decide to enter a music competition together, with Tom playing the violin and Dick accompanying him on the piano. However, their plans are threatened when Tom's violin is stolen, leaving them with only a few days to find a replacement.As they search for a new violin, the boys encounter a variety of challenges and obstacles, including a group of bullies who try to stop them from competing. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, perseverance, and the power of music.On Two Strings is a heartwarming tale of two boys from different worlds who come together to pursue their dreams. It explores themes of friendship, determination, and the importance of following your passions. With its engaging plot and relatable characters, this classic novel is a must-read for anyone who loves a good story about the triumph of the human spirit.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166568296
• ISBN13: 9781166568290
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"