"The Bow: History, Making and Use" is an important book in the world of music and band art. Edition from the series "The Strad' Library, No. III", whose author, Saint-Georges, Henry, explores the development of the design and use of the bow as a key element in artistic performance on the violin and cello. With a detailed review of the history and technical features of the bow, the author helps the reader better understand the significance of this instrument in the history of music. The book is an inexhaustible source of knowledge for performers, writers, as well as anyone interested in the art of music.