In Mozart's Shadow

In Mozart's Shadow, written by Carolyn Meyer, is a trip into history where we can see the home life of young Mozart, a "wonder child" who had an amazing musical talent. Told through the eyes of his older sister, Nannerl, we follow the Mozart family across Europe as it gives performances for royalty. "The Wundaerkinds" (Wonder Children) are a sensation, but beneath their famous story is another tale to be told.

Nannerl, a budding harpsicord musician, loves to perform; the applause makes her fingers tingle. But she always seems to be overshadowed by her overly talented brother. Wolferl  has the ability to compose elaborate pieces and perform applause-winning tricks on the keyboard. As the Wonder Children grow older, their fame begins to slip away but their father Leopold is determined that Wolferl will have a brilliant career. Poor Nannerl; will she be left in the background?

This is and excellent book - another great book by Carolyn Meyer. Using plain wording with a dramatic flair, Meyer paints the untold story of Nannerl, the musician lost to the world, lost in Mozart's shadow. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves history, music, or reading in general. This is a wonderful story that no one should pass by.

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RJ