In this meticulously researched and beautifully illustrated history, Alfred G. Badger provides a comprehensive overview of the flute and its development over time. From the earliest flutes of ancient times to the modern Boehm flute, Badger traces the evolution of this remarkable instrument and the principles that govern its construction. This is an essential resource for flutists, musicologists, and anyone interested in the history and mechanics of musical instruments.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.