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100 1 _aTapper, Thomas,
_d1864-1958
245 1 0 _aBeethoven : The story of a little boy who was forced to practice
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2010-12-23
508 _aProduced by Juliet Sutherland, Ernest Schaal and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Beethoven: The story of a little boy who was forced to practice" by Thomas Tapper is a children's educational biography written in the early 20th century. This book is part of a series designed to introduce young readers to great musicians, focusing on the life and achievements of Ludwig van Beethoven. It offers a glimpse into Beethoven's childhood and musical journey, aiming to inspire children by demonstrating the importance of dedication and practice. The story begins with Beethoven's early years in Bonn, where he started studying music at an exceptionally young age, largely influenced by his father's strict encouragement. The narrative follows his development as a composer and pianist, highlighting key milestones in his life, including his interactions with renowned musicians like Mozart and Haydn. It portrays Beethoven as a shy but dedicated boy who sacrificed his childhood for music, all while facing the debilitating challenge of eventual deafness. Despite this tragedy, Beethoven continued to compose remarkable music, showcasing his genius and resilience, ultimately leaving a lasting legacy in the world of classical music. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBeethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827 -- Juvenile literature
653 _aComposers -- Germany -- Biography -- Juvenile literature
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/34737
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