Publisher's Synopsis
Chronicling the landmark events in Beethoven's careerfrom his competitive encounters with Mozart to the circumstances surrounding the creation of the well-known Für Elise and Moonlight Sonatathis book enhances understanding of the composer's character, inspiring a deeper appreciation for his work. Beethoven scholarship is constantly evolving, and Suchet draws on the latest research, using rare source material (some of which has never before been published in English) to paint a complete and vivid portrait of the legendary prodigy.