The Mysteries of Beethoven's Hair
By Russell Martin and Lydia Nibley
Read by Jeff McCarthy
Unabridged
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ISBN: 9781664408661
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ISBN: 9781664663992
| Runtime: | 2.18 Hours |
| Category: | Nonfiction/Biography & Autobiography |
| Audience: | Children (8–12) |
| Language: | English |
Summary
Summary
Russell Martin, author of Beethoven's Hair, and his wife, Lydia Nibley, tell the story of how a lock of Ludwig von Beethoven's hair, clipped from the composer's head on his deathbed in Germany in 1827, ended up in Nazi-occupied Denmark in 1943 and was later sold at auction in London in 1994. Learn about this incredible journey through history and the mysteries revealed about Beethoven's deafness and death. Photographs, correspondence, reserach, and forensics further inform this fascinating story.Editorial Reviews
Editorial Reviews
“An incredibly readable and absorbing selection that demonstrates the multidimensional nature of true scholarship.” —School Library Journal
Author
Author Bio: Russell Martin
Russell Martin is the author of several previous books, including Beethoven’s Hair, which was a Los Angeles Times bestseller and a Washington Post Book of the Year. He divides his time between Denver and Salt Lake City.
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Author Bio: Lydia Nibley
Lydia Nibley is a writer and producer of books, films, and television projects. She’s also the creator of ZiNj, an award-winning children’s science magazine and television series. She lives in Los Angeles, California.
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Details
Details
| Available Formats : | Retail CD, MP3 CD |
| Category: | Nonfiction/Biography & Autobiography |
| Runtime: | 2.18 |
| Audience: | Children (8–12) |
| Language: | English |
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