Discover the intimate world of Ludwig van Beethoven through the eyes of Gerhard von Breuning in “Von Breuning: Memories of Beethoven (Canto)”. This unique memoir, available in English for the first time, offers a rare, personal glimpse into the daily life, personality, and friendships of the legendary composer, as recalled by a man who knew him as a child. As the son of one of Beethoven’s oldest friends, young Gerhard was a frequent and welcomed visitor to the aging maestro. This absorbing account vividly captures Beethoven’s final illness, the atmosphere of his sickroom, and his death throes, providing a clear-eyed and compelling historical document. Perfect for music lovers and history enthusiasts, “Memories of Beethoven” brings the genius and the man closer than ever.