This book truly brings the Beethoven story to life and offers a new and fascinating insight into his development both as a composer and as a man - a must-have book for all those who appreciate Beethoven's music, whether they are musicians, students or other music lovers, or for those who love historical novels. Based on true events and told from Beethoven's own point of view, 'My Music, The Arch-rascals & Me - The Memoirs of Ludwig van Beethoven' is the story of a genius, one of the most fascinating personalities in the history of classical music. It is the colourful era of the Austrian Empire. As a composer, Beethoven is ahead of his time, boldly creating new and innovative music - but will it be accepted by the fickle Viennese public? At the same time, as a man, he is yearning to be someone who can love and be loved. It is up to him whether he can become the man he wants to be - but does he have the courage to take an honest look at himself and his shortcomings? 'My Music, The Arch-rascals & Me' is as much about family and friendship as about music. In it, Caroline J Sinclair has created a touching story about the healing power of reconciliation and of unconditional love.