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95 - Beethoven Redux

The Curious Clinicians

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Lead Poisoning and Beethoven's Health: Unraveling the Mystery

This chapter investigates recent scientific analyses of Beethoven's hair locks, revealing alarming levels of lead and other toxic substances. These findings suggest a possible link between the composer's compromised health and his experiences of deafness, leading to a deeper understanding of his life and struggles.

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