The most widespread method, which underwent reprints with additions until the early 20th century, was this of Francois Devienne, flutist and teacher at Paris Conservatoire, which was printed first around 1800 and then in several editions with additions by famous flutists who adapted it to the changing needs of flute technique. For example, in the early Devienne works like this, in addition to tablature, the technique was developed by proposing pieces or duets, while over time, an infinite number of scales and highly challenging exercises began to appear to develop the flutist's skills as he tackled highly virtuoso pieces, typical of 19th-century flute music.This copy features its original binding, which is solid, complete, and in excellent condition, with only minor yellowing on a few pages. The volume features several two-page-wide plates outside the text. The page count is 147.