Deaf Beethoven

Author: Zhao Qianghua
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Publish Date: 2009-05-01
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Brief: Beethoven (1770-1827) was a great German musician who loved music from a young age, yet faced family misfortunes. He had an alcoholic father, and his childhood lacked happiness and laughter, as well as the familial love that everyone enjoys. In adulthood, his life was also filled with hardships. At the age of 26, he began to suffer from hereditary otitis media, which led to deafness by the time he was 50. Throughout his life, Beethoven endured setbacks such as dropping out of school, losing love, poverty, and the torment of illness. Faced with the injustice of fate, Beethoven did not complain or retreat but bravely challenged destiny, achieving remarkable success. The famous quote he left behind for future generations—"I will grasp fate by the throat and never give in"—is a reflection of his life's struggle against adversity. Kids, by reading Beethoven's story, you will not only learn much about music but also gain valuable insights into setting goals, bravely facing setbacks, and achieving success.