1770-1827

Examines Beethoven's life and musical achievements in the context of his historical period.

Illustrations and simple text provide a brief introduction to the life and career of eighteenth-century composer Ludwig van Beethoven.

Chronicles the triumphs and tragedies of the great composer.

Traces the history of a lock of hair musician Ferdinand Hiller cut from Ludwig van Beethoven's head the day after he died, and reveals what forensic tests on the hair sample revealed about Beethoven's health.

Describes the family, childhood, and early musical career of eighteenth-century composer Ludwig van Beethoven.

Examines the composer and the influences and historical events that shaped his life.

Chronicles the life and career of eighteenth-century German composer Ludwig van Beethoven and discusses his early years and his works which included sonatas, nine symphonies, chamber music, string quartets, two masses, and one opera.