This authoritative and innovative book tells the story of Beethoven's life and works, and highlights some of the most important events with the inclusion of facsimile memorabilia, much of it only available for viewing in museums around Europe.

Author Biography

John Suchet is a former television newscaster who began his career as a journalist with Reuters News Agency. He now presents a regular show on the UK's Classical FM radio station. John has written a trilogy on Beethoven called The Last Master, and was the series consultant on BBC 2's acclaimed television series, The Genius of Beethoven. He is an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music and has his own website on Beethoven, www.madaboutbeethoven.com. He lives in London in the UK.