A Day with Ludwig Beethoven by May Byron
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| Author | Byron, May, 1861-1936 |
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| Title | A Day with Ludwig Beethoven |
| Series Title | Days with the great composers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "A Day with Ludwig Beethoven" by May Byron is a biographical exploration of the life and work of the renowned composer Ludwig van Beethoven, set during the early 19th century, specifically in the year 1815. This book can be categorized as a biographical narrative that delves into the complexities of Beethoven's character, his creative process, and his relationship with nature, presenting a day in his life that highlights his musical genius and personal struggles. The likely topic centers around Beethoven’s artistic endeavors against the backdrop of his growing deafness and the emotional turmoil that accompanied it. The narrative unfolds on a summer morning, detailing Beethoven's diligent work as he composes music in his cluttered room, his interactions with nature, and his encounters with a young Englishman, Charles Neate, aspiring to be his pupil. The story reveals Beethoven's profound connection with music as an expressive art form and a means of communion with God, as well as his longing for love and companionship, which often remained unfulfilled. The text paints a vivid portrait of the composer grappling with his deafness while striving for artistic perfection, ultimately unveiling the working methods that led to the creation of some of his most celebrated compositions, including the revered Ninth Symphony. Through this portrayal, Byron encapsulates Beethoven not just as a great musician but as a deeply human figure, embodying both profound joy and enduring sadness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 59672 |
| Release Date | Jun 3, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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