The Life And Times Of Beethoven

By Édouard Herriot

Book Overview

The Life and Times of Beethoven by Edouard Herriot is a comprehensive biography of the legendary composer Ludwig van Beethoven. The book provides a detailed account of Beethoven's life, starting with his childhood and early musical training and continuing through his prolific career as a composer. Herriot explores Beethoven's personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and lovers, as well as his struggles with deafness and other health issues. The book also delves into the historical context of Beethoven's life, including the political and social climate of 18th and 19th century Europe. Throughout the book, Herriot draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Beethoven's own writings and correspondence, to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of one of the most important figures in the history of music. The Life and Times of Beethoven is a must-read for anyone interested in classical music, history, or the life of one of the most fascinating and influential artists of all time.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: 1430487607
• ISBN13: 9781430487609
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 412 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"