**WINNER of Presto Books' Best Composer Biography** NINE WORKS OF BEETHOVEN NINE WINDOWS
INTO THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF A MUSICAL GENIUS. 'We are doubly blessed that Beethoven should
have led such an extraordinary life. Laura has combined the two - the genius of his music and
the richness of his experiences - to shine a revealing light on our greatest composer' John
Humphrys _________________________ Ludwig van Beethoven: to some simply the greatest ever
composer of Western classical music. Yet his life remains shrouded in myths. In Beethoven
Oxford professor Laura Tunbridge cuts through the noise. With each chapter focusing on a period
of his life piece of music and revealing theme - from family to friends from heroism to
liberty - she provides a rich insight into the man and the music. Revealing a wealth of
never-before-seen material this tour de force is a compelling accessible portrayal of one of
the world's most creative minds and it will transform how you listen for ever.
_________________________ 'Tunbridge has come up with the seemingly impossible: a new way of
approaching Beethoven's life and music . . . profoundly original and hugely readable' John
Suchet author Beethoven: The Man Revealed 'This well researched and accessible book is a
must read for all who seek to know more about the flesh and blood tangible Beethoven.' John
Clubbe author of Beethoven: The Relentless Revolutionary 'This book is really wonderful!
... However many books on Beethoven you own find the space for one more. This one' Stephen
Hough pianist composer writer 'In a year when everyone's looking for a new take on
Beethoven Laura Tunbridge has found nine. Fresh and engaging' Norman Lebrecht author of
Genius and Anxiety 'Remarkable . . . she captures the essence of his genius and character.
I'll always want to keep it in easy reach' Julia Boyd author of Travellers in the third Reich
