Beethoven

Name: Beethoven
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SKU: 9780241987445
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A Life in Nine Pieces

By Laura Tunbridge

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Beethoven by Laura Tunbridge offers an insightful exploration of the life and work of composer Ludwig van Beethoven. The book presents an engaging portrait of his personal struggles, influences, and the revolutionary impact of his music. With a focus on understanding the man behind the legend, it provides a nuanced look at his enduring legacy in the world of classical music.
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If you are fascinated by the life and legacy of iconic composers, you might enjoy a vivid exploration of a musical genius and his profound impact on classical music. This engaging biography delves into his personal struggles and triumphs, offering an insightful perspective on his compositions and the world he inhabited.

Beethoven

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An authoritative and refreshing account of Beethoven's life and music

Ludwig van Beethoven — to some, simply the greatest ever composer of Western classical music. Yet his life remains shrouded in myths, and the image persists of him as an eccentric genius shaking his fist at heaven.

Beethoven by Oxford professor Laura Tunbridge cuts through the noise in a refreshing way. Each chapter focuses on a period of his life, a piece of music, and a revealing theme, from family to friends, from heroism to liberty. This tour de force provides a fresh overview and a wealth of material that has never been revealed before. It's a compelling, human portrayal of Beethoven and a fascinating journey into one of the world's most amazing creative minds.

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Lauded for its fresh perspective, Beethoven by Laura Tunbridge is praised for combining the composer's life and his musical genius with captivating clarity. Reviewers appreciate its thought-provoking details, elegant prose, and accessible analysis, offering a rounded portrayal that challenges myths surrounding Beethoven. The book takes an innovative approach by examining his life through nine of his works, depicting the composer's human side alongside his iconic status.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241987445

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 235g

Pages: 288

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Laura Tunbridge Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

Laura Tunbridge is Professor of Music and Henfrey Fellow of St Catherine's College at the University of Oxford. She is the author of three monographs (Schumann's Late Style, The Song Cycle and Singing in the Age of Anxiety), the recipient of a three-year Major Research Fellowship from the Leverhulme Trust for a project on string quartets, and the winner of the 2021 Dent Medal, awarded by the Royal Musical Association for outstanding contributions to musicology. She has spoken about Beethoven on BBC Radio 4 and at major events, including at the Southbank Centre. This is her first trade book.