Beethoven: A Memoir (1876)

By Elliott Graeme and Ferdinand Hiller

Book Overview

Beethoven: A Memoir is a book written by Graeme Elliott and first published in 1876. The book is a detailed account of the life and works of the famous composer Ludwig van Beethoven. The author provides a comprehensive overview of Beethoven's musical career, from his early years as a child prodigy to his later years as a renowned composer. The book covers Beethoven's personal life, including his struggles with deafness and his turbulent relationships with family and friends. It also delves into the historical context of Beethoven's music, exploring the cultural and political climate of the time and how it influenced his compositions. Throughout the book, Elliott provides insights into Beethoven's creative process and the evolution of his musical style. He also includes detailed analyses of some of Beethoven's most famous works, including the Ninth Symphony and the Moonlight Sonata. Overall, Beethoven: A Memoir is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of one of the most important figures in classical music history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Beethoven's life and works, as well as for music lovers and historians alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164585479
• ISBN13: 9781164585473
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"