Even as he descended into near-total deafness, Ludwig van Beethoven created masterpieces that became cornerstones of classical music.

Historical Dictionary of Beethoven provides a fresh and much-needed account of what is now known about Beethoven's life, works, and cultural context, presented in a format that makes access easily accessible.

It contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section contains cross-referenced entries on people, places, organizations, concepts, genres, and the main individual works connected to Beethoven. articles on people (well over two hundred individuals), places, organizations, concepts, genres, and the main individual works. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the Ludwig van Beethoven.