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The Life of Ludwig van Beethoven, Volume I

Note 45 — Chapter IX

Henry Edward Krehbiel translation

From the Fischoff Manuscript. The verbal play can scarcely be given in English rhymed couplets. The sentiment is: “Happiness and long life I wish you to-day, but something do I crave for myself from you—your regard, your forbearance and your patience.”

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