The Abyssinian Prince: The True Life Story of George Polgreen Bridgetower [Paperback]

Francee Greer Williams (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 25, 2001

Based on the true life story of George Polgreen Bridgetower 19th century London, one of the world's greatest musicians, George Polgreen Bridgetower, dies at the age of 78, in poverty and obscurity. At his side, his constant companion, his violin. Upon his demise, a letter is sent to his only living relative, his daughter. She receives the letter and is bewildered; George Bridgetower is unknown to her. Shes compelled to attend his funeral and discovers the man who claims to be her father is of African decenta Black Man. She then finds herself forced to find this mans true daughter or accept a heritage that will destroy her world. This is the story of a woman who finds her true self in the life of a man she never knew. George Bridgetower was a master violinist from the moment he placed a violin to his chin at the age of five. He performed before Kings and lived as a Prince. As a man, he performed with masters like Beethoven, who composed a sonata for him. He was also a loving father who was forced to give up his child, the only thing he loved more than the music. He died alone, but not in vain. His life is a testimony to the world what a person of African decent can accomplish if he is not excluded based on his color or heritage.

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About the Author

Francee Greer Williams is an award winning screenwriter and resides in Los Angeles. The Abyssinian Prince is her first novel.

Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: IUniverse (January 25, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595145388
• ISBN-13: 978-0595145386
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,891,800 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)