Explores the scientific studies, experiments, and observations of this world-renowned artist and scientist of the fifteenth century through a review of the writings, notes, and sketches left behind in his vast collection of notebooks. An ALA Notable Book. Reprint.
"Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor."--Amazon.com.
The #1 New York Times bestseller from Walter Isaacson brings Leonardo da Vinci to life in this exciting new biography that is “a study in creativity: how to define it, how to achieve it…Most important, it is a powerful story of an ...
At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. This book features Leonardo da Vinci, the Renaissance artist and inventor. He always followed his interests, no matter where they led!
In this classic, engrossing text, a distinguished historian explores the mind and manifold interests of the great personality of the Renaissance.
This is a selection of Leonardo da Vinci's writings on painting. Martin Kemp and Margaret Walker have edited material not only from his so-called Treatise on Painting but also from his surviving manuscripts and from other primary sources.
Affordably priced and superbly produced, this volume offers a basic da Vinci monograph for all.
In this magnificent addition to a distinguished series that includes Cleopatra, Joan of Arc, and Bard of Avon: The Story of William Shakespeare, award-winning author-artist Diane Stanley blends wonderful storytelling with gorgeous ...
"Based on thousands of pages from Leonardo's astonishing notebooks and new discoveries about his life and work, Walter Isaacson weaves a narrative that connects his art to his science.
Fully updated, this new edition includes some 70 line drawings and a Preface by Leonardo expert Martin Kemp.
A biography of the notable Italian Renaissance artist, scientist, and inventor.