Table of Contents

Introduction
'Demonic' Violinist, Magical Virtuosity
Hypereroticism and Violence
Sovereignty, Domination, and Conquest
Paganini's Legacies
Epilogue: Paganinian Mythology
Appendix: Paganiniana in the British Press (1840-1900)
Bibliography

Reviews

The wealth of primary source materials, the original approach to the subject matter, and the convincing analyses of Paganini's music and performance style make this book a valuable contribution to the Paganini literature.
*MUSIC AND LETTERS*

Fascinating.
*MUSICAL TIMES*