Cover image for Beethoven's hair / Russell Martin.
TITLE:
Beethoven's hair / Russell Martin.
Publication Date:
2000
Publication Information:
New York : Broadway Books,
Edition:
1st ed.
Physical Description:
276 p.
Summary:
An adventure story starring a lock of Beethoven's hair, this irresistable tale mixes history, music and science into a compelling narrative. Beginning in 1827, when 582 strands of the great composer's hair were cut from his scalp, the author traces the history of the lock right up to the present day.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9780767903509
General Note:
"An extraordinary historical odyssey and a scientific mystery solved."