Whether it’s Jimi Hendrix’s guitar or Leonardo’s snuff box, we’ve always had a fascination for relics. “Russell Martin’s new book, “Beethoven’s Hair,” is a wonderful contemplation of how relics can become bridges between people separated by time, culture and death. “Beethoven’s Hair” also gives us a long, inspiring look at passion in several forms.” – The Plain Dealer (Cleveland) 10/29/00