Publisher's Synopsis
The Mind and Death of a Genius is a biographical book written by David Abrahamsen that explores the life, achievements, and untimely death of one of history's most renowned geniuses, Ludwig van Beethoven. The book delves into Beethoven's childhood, his musical education, his rise to fame as a composer, and his personal struggles, including his hearing loss and tumultuous relationships with family and friends. Abrahamsen also provides a detailed account of Beethoven's final years, during which he created some of his most iconic works, while battling with illness and depression. The book also sheds light on the circumstances surrounding Beethoven's death, which has long been shrouded in mystery. Through meticulous research and analysis, Abrahamsen presents a fascinating and insightful portrait of a complex and brilliant artist, whose legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences around the world.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.
