{"product_id":"9781786561213","title":"Delphi Masterworks of Ludwig van Beethoven (Illustrated)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidely regarded as the greatest composer that ever lived, Ludwig van Beethoven was the principal musical figure in the transitional period between the Classical and Romantic eras. Dominating a period of musical history as no other composer before or since, Beethoven produced monumental works that combine a forceful intensity of feeling with a perfection of design. Delphi’s Great Composers Series offers concise illustrated guides to the life and works of our greatest composers. Analysing the masterworks of each composer, these interactive eBooks include links to popular streaming services, allowing you to listen to the pieces of music you are reading about. Evaluating the masterworks of each composer, you will explore the development of their works, tracing how they changed the course of music history. Whether a classical novice or a cultivated connoisseur, this series offers an intriguing overview of the world’s most famous and iconic compositions. This volume presents Beethoven’s masterworks in succinct detail, with informative introductions, accompanying illustrations and the usual Delphi bonus features. (Version 1)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003e* Concise and informative overview of Beethoven’s masterworks\u003cbr\u003e* Learn about the classical pieces that made Beethoven a celebrated composer\u003cbr\u003e* Links to popular streaming services (free and paid), allowing you to listen to the masterpieces you are reading about\u003cbr\u003e* Features a special ‘Complete Compositions’ section, with an index of Beethoven’s complete works and links to popular streaming services\u003cbr\u003e* Includes Beethoven’s letters (translated by Lady Wallace) - spend hours exploring the composer’s personal correspondence\u003cbr\u003e* Also features four biographies, including Thayer’s seminal study - explore Beethoven's intriguing musical and personal life\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting eBooks\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eCONTENTS:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Masterworks\u003cbr\u003eCantata on the Death of Emperor Joseph II\u003cbr\u003ePiano Concerto No. 2\u003cbr\u003ePiano Sonata No. 8, Pathétique\u003cbr\u003eSymphony No. 1\u003cbr\u003ePiano Sonata No. 14, Moonlight Sonata\u003cbr\u003eViolin Sonata No. 9, Kreutzer Sonata\u003cbr\u003eSymphony No. 3, Eroica\u003cbr\u003eFidelio\u003cbr\u003eViolin Concerto in D major\u003cbr\u003eSymphony No. 5\u003cbr\u003eSymphony No. 6, Pastoral\u003cbr\u003eEgmont\u003cbr\u003eBagatelle No. 25, Für Elise\u003cbr\u003ePiano Concerto No. 5, Emperor Concerto\u003cbr\u003ePiano Trio No. 7, Archduke\u003cbr\u003eSymphony No. 7\u003cbr\u003eMissa solemnis\u003cbr\u003eSymphony No. 9\u003cbr\u003eString Quartet No. 14\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eComplete Compositions\u003cbr\u003eIndex of Beethoven’s Compositions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Letters\u003cbr\u003eBeethoven’s Letters (1790-1826)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Biographies\u003cbr\u003eLife of Beethoven by Anton Schindler\u003cbr\u003eThe Life of Ludwig van Beethoven by Alexander Wheelock Thayer\u003cbr\u003eBeethoven: A Memoir by Elliott Graeme\u003cbr\u003eBrief Biography: Ludwig van Beethoven by Donald Francis Tovey\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlease visit www.delphiclassics.com to learn more about our wide range of exciting titles\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Delphi Classics Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47135731482864,"sku":"9781786561213","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781786561213_p0.jpg?v=1763729348","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781786561213","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}